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Over the past 7 years, I’ve thrived as a Product Designer, crafting standout user experiences across three companies. I’ve been the sole designer at a startup later acquired by Datadog, one of five at a VC-backed company, and now a Staff Product Designer at Deel, working with a 60-person design team at a hyper-growth scale-up. I also mentor designers within the Fintech experience vertical. These experiences have sharpened my ability to mentor, guide, and empower. Whether you’re just starting or navigating the complexities of remote, cross-cultural teams, I’m here to help you grow and take your design career to the next level.

My job is to get you interviews at, and accepted to companies that will help accelerate your UX career. Whether that be a tech giant like Amazon or a company in your field of interest (finances, AR/VR, healthcare, etc.), together we will work backwards from your ideal outcome and ensure you feel confident about your performance, opportunities and compensation. Otherwise, what’s the point, right? If I can’t raise the stakes for you, what am I getting paid for? For those in industry, we will work closely together to craft an irrefutable promotion document that emphasizes a data and insight driven narrative. We will have your leadership questioning: “why haven’t we promoted them sooner?” At Amazon, I have participated, evaluated and shadowed the interview and hiring process for both contract and full-time employees. I’m familiar with what hiring managers at Big Tech are looking for, and what you can do to stand out in a highly lucrative and competitive market. I have coached for around 5 years now, and have helped many mentees land their first UX job or get into their dream MHCI program. What will coaching with me look like? I will take a deep dive into getting to know you, your story and what motivates you. We will build a “working-backwards” plan where you’ll get to dreamscape your ideal future. From there, I will work to craft a bespoke plan for you. You’ll have clear guidelines and steps in how to achieve every line item on your “working-backwards” plan and land that role. Warning: I will be brutally honest with you, about your chances and about ways to improve those chances. Feedback will be unfiltered. The expectation is that the steps I lay out will be completed (I will hound you on task deadlines and insist on better revisions even when you feel it’s “good enough”). BUT, if you take this opportunity seriously, we will work together to make sure that you are a successful designer in your dream job. I put high stakes on myself — but again — there should be since you are paying for my services. Note that because this process is painstaking and time consuming, it may require more than one session to complete. Ad hoc session support is always welcome, but you may not see the same results as someone who dedicates themselves to the whole package (this is not me trying to sell you the most expensive option, just being real about the level of dedication between a one-off session and a multi-day experience). The future is yours, let’s build it together. “You must be imaginative, strong-hearted. You must try things that may not work, but you must not let anyone define your limits because of where you come from. Your only limit is your soul. What I say is true — anyone can cook — but only the fearless can be great” Chef Auguste Gusteau, Ratatouille

I'm a brand designer and creative leader who's spent over a decade building visual identities for Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits. I currently lead brand design at Apollo GraphQL, where I focus on the intersection of brand strategy, AI, design systems, and creative culture. I'd be a good fit for you if you're looking for a coach who leads with honesty, not hype. Someone who's been where you are—felt behind when the tools changed, questioned whether your work was good enough, navigated ambiguous career paths and difficult feedback. I've sat in the uncertainty that comes with creative work, and I've learned that growth doesn't come from having all the answers. It comes from staying curious, asking better questions, and trusting your own instincts. I coach the way I wish I'd been coached early in my career: with reflection, not prescriptions. I help you think clearly about your work, your identity, and your growth. If you want someone to give you the one right way to do things, I'm not your person. But if you want a steady, experienced voice to help you navigate the messiness of creative work, build confidence in your own thinking, and make decisions that align with who you actually are, we'd work well together.

I love helping designers grow. Over the past 20+ years, I've worked as a creative leader, educator, and mentor, building teams, developing talent, and leading award-winning work for brands such as Target, Best Buy, T-Mobile, General Mills, Quicken, and Publix. I've also served as an Adjunct Professor, teaching design and business practices and helping students prepare for successful creative careers. I've mentored more than 50 individuals throughout my career, supporting everything from portfolio development and creative direction to leadership growth and career strategy. Every designer's path is different, so my coaching is tailored to the unique goals, strengths, and opportunities of the person I'm working with. Whether you're just starting out, navigating a career transition, or preparing for a leadership position, I can help you identify the next steps and accelerate your growth with practical guidance informed by real-world experience.

Welcome to my profile! With over a decade of experience in product design and leadership roles at top companies like Quizlet, Trainline, Meta, and LinkedIn, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you excel in your design career. I've successfully mentored teams and individuals, guiding them through strategic pivots and innovative projects, such as AI-powered solutions and user experience enhancements. My hands-on approach and deep understanding of design strategy have consistently driven significant improvements in user engagement and business metrics. Whether you're looking to refine your design skills or navigate a career transition, I'm here to support your journey. Let's connect and create a tailored plan to achieve your goals!

With over 15 years of experience leading design at both startups and large-scale companies, I’ve coached individual contributors, managers, and directors through some of the most pivotal moments in their careers. I’ve built and scaled teams from the ground up, led cross-functional strategy at a $5 billion business, and created systems that improved collaboration, delivery, and team development. At LinkedIn, I managed a team of 26 designers across a global product portfolio and helped launch AI-powered experiences in fast-paced, high-impact environments. My coaching is grounded in real-world leadership experience and shaped by the practical challenges of working across product, people, and performance in complex organizations.

• 20+ years of design leadership, including 18 years at Google. • 10 years of in-industry coaching designers through leadership transitions, promotions, and pivots. • Practical, results-oriented approach rooted in real-world tech experience, using structured frameworks to drive career alignment and leadership growth. • Expertise in interaction design, design systems, and scaling frameworks within high-pressure, global organizations. • Multidisciplinary perspective with roots in Software Engineering and Product Management, providing a unique edge in cross-functional strategy.

Let’s work together to creatively design your career and life around what really matters to you, so you can thrive, even when everything feels like a dumpster fire. After working for 20+ years in design and leadership, I learned (the hard way) that burnout is persistent. Finding fulfillment and balance in your career is challenging. I became a coach to help people find meaningful careers and their own path towards actually enjoying their lives.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Michael, a seasoned Product and UX Designer with extensive experience at top companies like Meta, Netflix, and Square. Over the years, I've honed my skills in wireframing, branding, and digital design, leading teams and projects that push the boundaries of user experience. My journey began with a strong foundation in marketing and management from Brigham Young University, and I've since dedicated myself to helping aspiring designers break into the industry. Whether you're looking to refine your portfolio, master design tools, or navigate the competitive job market, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and craft a plan to achieve your design career goals!

Welcome to my profile! With over 10 years of experience in product design, including roles as a Principal Product Designer at Microsoft (Fabric) and Lead Designer & Manager at Silo, I bring a wealth of hands-on and leadership experience to my coaching practice. I've also worked at Boulevard, Toast, and Mindbody across my career. As the founder of Hahn Collective, my design consultancy, I specialize in helping early-stage startups with user research, design operations, and setting up design systems. Mentorship has been a consistent thread throughout my career, whether informally at the companies I've worked at, or more formally as a professional design coach. Whether you're looking to refine your design skills or navigate your career path, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and create a tailored plan for your growth!