MIKE
MIKE
MIKE
Hi, I'm Mike, a ux/product design leader based in Dallas, Texas.
I'm fueled by solving problems and collaborating with folks who 'get stuff done'. This typically involves creating end-to-end product experiences that are user-centric, data-driven, and aesthetically pleasing. A designer by trade and a servant leader by heart, I've scaled design teams and created strong cultures, doing my best to align business objectives with customer needs.
Hi, I'm Mike, a digital product designer based in Dallas, Texas.
Starting off in graphic design and art direction in my early career, a manager with great foresight gave me the opportunity to move over to digital… and I loved it. From there, I've been a part of both agency and corporate experiences, led and supported customer research, and worked across a number of verticals (eg., EdTech, Insurance, PropTech, AutomotiveTech, Travel & Hospitality, and more)
I'm fueled by solving problems and collaborating with folks who 'get stuff done'. This typically involves creating end-to-end product experiences that are user-centric, data-driven, and aesthetically pleasing. A designer by trade and a servant leader by heart, I've scaled design teams and created strong cultures, doing my best to align business objectives with customer needs.
Starting off in graphic design and art direction in my early career, a manager with great foresight gave me the opportunity to move over to digital… and I loved it. From there, I've been a part of both agency and corporate experiences, led and supported customer research, and worked across a number of verticals (eg., EdTech, Insurance, PropTech, AutomotiveTech, Travel & Hospitality, and more)
I'm also well-versed in user research and no-code prototyping through AI, and being a strategic product partner.
I strive to be someone that others cannot imagine doing their job without.
I'm also well-versed in user research and no-code prototyping through AI, and being a strategic product partner.
I strive to be someone that others cannot imagine doing their job without.
My career so far
My career so far
I've successfully helped organizations across various industries like Automotive, EdTech, PropTech, TravelTech, and more, enhance their digital product user experience.
I've successfully helped organizations across various industries like Automotive, EdTech, PropTech, TravelTech, and more, enhance their digital product user experience.
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Amira Learning
Design Director & Lead Designer
From 2021 - present
Led product design strategy for AI-powered education platform serving 4M+ students across pre-K through 12th grade, driving growth through innovative educator and student experiences.
Led product design strategy for AI-powered education platform serving 4M+ students across pre-K through 12th grade, driving growth through innovative educator and student experiences.
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RealPage
Principal Designer
From 2017 - 2021
Led key product design workstreams within a 20-person UX team for RealPage's flagship property management platform ($1.2B+ ARR), directing end-to-end design strategy and governance across enterprise B2B solutions used by 19M+ residents
Led key product design workstreams within a 20-person UX team for RealPage's flagship property management platform ($1.2B+ ARR), directing end-to-end design strategy and governance across enterprise B2B solutions used by 19M+ residents
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DreamTrips
UX Manager ← Sr. Product Designer
From 2015 - 2017
Led end-to-end product design for members-only travel platform within a 10-person UX team, transforming digital experience through social features and eCommerce optimization.
Led end-to-end product design for members-only travel platform within a 10-person UX team, transforming digital experience through social features and eCommerce optimization.
Awards & recognitions
Awards & recognitions
Celebrated for my work through awards and features, achieved through remarkable teamwork.
Celebrated for my work through awards and features, achieved through remarkable teamwork.
World’s Travel Club Award Nominee
1x
Travel Weekly Silver Award
1x
SIIA CODiE Award
1x
EDDIE Award
2x
Testimonials
Mia L.
Principal Researcher, RealPage
I've had the pleasure of working closely with Mike, an experienced design leader with a deep commitment to customer satisfaction. Mike's approach to design is rooted in empathy—he believes in understanding the customer's perspective by immersing himself in their experience. … Mike excels in inspiring his teams to deliver high-quality work while maintaining an enjoyable work environment. His expertise in design processes, workshops, and facilitation, combined with his collaborative nature, fosters innovation within cross-functional teams. Mike's proficiency in A/B testing and guiding design through validation processes demonstrates his dedication to delivering top-notch user experiences.
Mia L.
Principal Researcher, RealPage
I've had the pleasure of working closely with Mike, an experienced design leader with a deep commitment to customer satisfaction. Mike's approach to design is rooted in empathy—he believes in understanding the customer's perspective by immersing himself in their experience. … Mike excels in inspiring his teams to deliver high-quality work while maintaining an enjoyable work environment. His expertise in design processes, workshops, and facilitation, combined with his collaborative nature, fosters innovation within cross-functional teams. Mike's proficiency in A/B testing and guiding design through validation processes demonstrates his dedication to delivering top-notch user experiences.
Nick M.
Product Designer, DreamTrips
Working with Mike over the past 2 years has been one of the best experiences of my life. He motivated and encouraged me more than anyone I've ever known. Mike single handedly led one of the biggest projects that I've ever been a part of.. and did it with the utmost professionalism. His alignment with business, product, and engineering produced great results and continues to do so. It was a true privilege to work with Mike and can't wait to cross paths again.
Nick M.
Product Designer, DreamTrips
Working with Mike over the past 2 years has been one of the best experiences of my life. He motivated and encouraged me more than anyone I've ever known. Mike single handedly led one of the biggest projects that I've ever been a part of.. and did it with the utmost professionalism. His alignment with business, product, and engineering produced great results and continues to do so. It was a true privilege to work with Mike and can't wait to cross paths again.
Lindsay K.
Product Designer, Amira Learning
With Mike as my manager I felt empowered to express my ideas and encouraged to lead workshops as he created an accepting, respectful environment where all team member's ideas were valued. His positive mindset and trust in our team was motivating and kept stress at bay.
Lindsay K.
Product Designer, Amira Learning
With Mike as my manager I felt empowered to express my ideas and encouraged to lead workshops as he created an accepting, respectful environment where all team member's ideas were valued. His positive mindset and trust in our team was motivating and kept stress at bay.
Brian W.
Product Designer, RealPage
I see on a daily basis how lucky we are to have him on our team. He's always asking the right questions and helping us all to continue our UX education. He's constantly busy because every team knows the quality of work he delivers and they want him on their projects. He's never complacent with the way things are and wants to push the boundaries of UX. There are only a few people we all have full confidence in him and know he will always deliver his best.
Joe B.
Product Designer, DreamTrips
Some leaders you follow because of their position in the company others you follow because you genuinely respect their honesty, attitude, dedication and moral character. Mike is the latter. ... He constantly challenged us to consider multiple solutions to a particular design problem. He was never too busy to assist whether it was a quick white boarding session or bringing a group of us together to gain clarity on a particular requirement.
Brian W.
Product Designer, RealPage
I see on a daily basis how lucky we are to have him on our team. He's always asking the right questions and helping us all to continue our UX education. He's constantly busy because every team knows the quality of work he delivers and they want him on their projects. He's never complacent with the way things are and wants to push the boundaries of UX. There are only a few people we all have full confidence in him and know he will always deliver his best.
Joe B.
Product Designer, DreamTrips
Some leaders you follow because of their position in the company others you follow because you genuinely respect their honesty, attitude, dedication and moral character. Mike is the latter. ... He constantly challenged us to consider multiple solutions to a particular design problem. He was never too busy to assist whether it was a quick white boarding session or bringing a group of us together to gain clarity on a particular requirement.
Photography
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters, teaching at my church, reading, running, mountain biking, roller hockey, and photography.
