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[tl;dr] Innovation, strategic product design Delivered complex B2C, B2B, SaaS products Experienced in research, user testing, UX & UI design 12 years in design, 6 years in London tech/startups 8 years UX & UI, 5 years in Lead roles in Agile teams 5 years consulting with clients across UK, EU, US [Introduction] I am a Senior/Lead Product Designer focused on designing and delivering user-centric, strategic solutions. With end-to-end experience creating complex B2B, B2C, and SaaS products, I help businesses develop strategies that turn ideas into impactful user experiences. Having worked in cross-functional Agile teams—on-site and remote—I understand the challenges of navigating complex projects. I help teams leverage design adaptability by shaping processes to meet project needs. With 12 years of experience in design, I lived and worked in London for 6 years, learning the ins and outs of Product Design. Since 2019, I've been working as a Product Design consultant, partnering with startups across the UK, EU, and US to level up their products and create sustainable, user-focused solutions. [Leadership Style & Goals] I aim for transparent communication and strive to foster an environment that encourages innovation and efficient delivery. As a unifying force within product teams, I bridge gaps between design, development, and business. Acting as a 'player-coach,' I handle strategic responsibilities while also contributing directly to support the team. I emphasise understanding and balancing user needs with business goals through research, planning, and adaptable design processes. My leadership goals are to leverage my technical, strategic, and leadership skills to create an empowering environment—keeping user-centred design at the core of business strategies and driving innovation. [Key Design Skills] 🧭 UX Strategy: Crafting tailored strategies for impactful design 🔍 User Research: Leading research to understand user needs 🚀 End-to-End Design: Delivering holistic product experiences 🧩 Design Systems: Creating unified systems for visual consistency 🔄 Agile x Design: Integrating design seamlessly into Agile workflows ⚙️ Workflow Optimisation: Streamlining processes for efficiency 📚 Training & Workshops: Educating teams on design’s value 🎯 Design Leadership: Steering teams for innovation and delivery 👥 Team Building & Mentorship: Growing and mentoring high-performing teams 🌐 Business Strategy & Systems Thinking: Using design frameworks to enhance business areas—processes, workflows, and strategies.