Steve Ingels - UX and Product Leader

Hello! 

I’m a seasoned ux/product design leader. I like to promote ux through collaborative cross-functional teams, innovation and design leadership.

Inside the process 

Design System

Design System, UX/UI Design, Leadership

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2023 - Current

Likewize - Comprehensive global application design system.

Mobile Device Trade-in

Responsive Web, UX/UI Design, Leadership

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2023 - Current

Likewize - Global buy back and trade-in service for electronic devices. Massive project covering consumer, retail, enterprise and internal users.

Event Planner

Mobile App, UX/UI Design

A better way to organize events and socials.

Custom Online Ordering

Web, UX/UI Design

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2024

RaceCoated - Simplifying a complex, custom ordering process.

Water Remediation App

Mobile App, UX/UI Design

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2015

Nextgear Solutions - Creating a better mobile tool for customers out in the field.

A little about me 

I started out doing front end web development. It was a perfect way for me to create and organize at the time. After creating for a bit, I was starting to be more cognizant about who would be the people using it. I started to ask more questions and apply those answers to my layouts.

In 2014 I took my first UX role and the rest is history. I've been expanding my skills and approach from technical to user centered. My journey appears to be the opposite of most in UX. I lean on my technical knowledge and approach for so much in my current role. Logical thought to find the root issue to solve for, knowledge of how technology works in order to suggest realistic (given time and costs) solutions as well as being able to mentor other designers to help understand.

My unique skills and experiences

Collaboration - I’ve seen the shortfalls of missed communication opportunities. I’ve spent the vast majority of my roles ensuring that I know all the stakeholders and to create an open line of communication.

Problem solving - That's what UX design is, solving a users problem so they can have a better experience. Getting to the root of any ask or issue is something I've been able to leverage effectively and has helped in technical and product challenges.

Vision - Working with stakeholders and my team to create strategic direction for our initiatives. This involves business goals, trends in UI and UX and maintaining standards like accessibility.

Outside of work

I like being outside. Whether it's walking, hiking or anywhere near running water. I love to draw and paint and have been challenging myself with Inktober for the past 5 years. I love Japanese and European cars and love to go on a leisurely Sunday drives.