My Journey in User Experience
Hello, I'm Doug, and I've been on a transformative journey in the User Experience (UX) industry for over 23 years. As an NN/g Certified Director of User Experience and a Scrum Alliance Certified Product Owner, I've had the privilege of shaping digital landscapes across various industries. But my journey didn't stop there; I'm very close to earning the NN/g Master Certification, an extension of a credential that has been pivotal in my career.
The Transformative Power of UX Practitioner Education
When I started in the industry there were no college programs, certifications, and certainly not bootcamps. As a result most of my training has been OJT and learning from mentors. So the Nielsen Norman Group's UX Certification has been a cornerstone in my professional development. This program is not just a certificate; it's an immersive experience that has helped me gain a solid foundation in UX. With over 100+ hours of rigorous training and a series of exams, the NN/g Certification has equipped me with the skills to lead highly effective teams and manage complex UX processes. It's not just about learning; it's about applying known UX and management practices effectively to plan, communicate, negotiate, and measure UX work. Learn more about NN/g Certification
Specialized Training in Design Thinking from Luma Institute
While the NN/g Certification has been transformative, my training in Design Thinking methodologies from the Luma Institute has been incredibly enriching. This specialized training has given me the tools to unearth user pain points and drive breakthrough design concepts, making it a perfect complement to my extensive background in Agile methodologies.
A Portfolio That Speaks Volumes
My portfolio is a testament to my diverse skill set and experience. I've had the honor of contributing to projects for Fortune 500 giants like Verizon, Bank of America, ThermoFisher Scientific, Fidelity Investments, Toyota, LLBean, Iron Mountain, and TIAA, among others. From telephony and internet security to financial services and healthcare, my work spans multiple verticals.
Mentoring the Next Generation
One of the most rewarding aspects of my career has been mentoring the next generation of UX professionals. I believe in giving back to the community and sharing the knowledge I've gained over the years.
My Philosophy
I'm passionate about evangelizing and managing UX processes. I take immense pride in leading teams that consistently deliver best-in-class, equitable user experiences. My approach is deeply rooted in a commitment to growth, credibility, and educating others about the importance of UX.
Collaborations
Specialization
MANAGEMENT
- Servant Leadership and exercising Radical Candor.
- Process implementation and management
- Stakeholder workshops
TECHNICAL
- HTML 5
- CSS 3
- REACT
- GIT Version Control
- Basic Networking
DESIGN
- Complex enterprise UX application design
- UX Prototyping
- Branding
VERTICALS
- Mobile security
- Healthcare
- E-commerce
- Fintech & financial services
- Education
- Engineering technology verticals
STRATEGY & PROCESS
- Agile & Scrum
- Requirements Gathering
- Design Thinking & Human-centered Design
- User Research
PRIMARY TOOLSET
- Mac OS X
- Windows
- Figma
- Miro
- Axure RP Pro
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Userlytics
- WordPress
OTHER
- Professional Drummer of over 40 years
- Professional Videographer (four years experience)
- FAA Licensed Commercial Drone Pilot
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