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I help teams design and ship complex products at scale.

As a design leader and educator with 20+ years of experience, I’ve shipped products for 125M+ users across finance, education, healthcare, and SaaS. I specialize in turning ambiguous ideas into validated, high-impact digital experiences.

You can find more of my work at Big Nerd Design.

Scaling UX Across a Global Platform

I led UX and design system evolution for SAFe Studio, guiding a community of 12+ designers

“I’ve been lucky to have Dan as a mentor from the very start of my career, and he’s supported my growth every step of the way. From teaching me the basics to helping me navigate more complex challenges, Dan has always been there with encouragement and thoughtful advice.

What inspires me most is how, even with 20+ years of experience, he stays curious, keeps up with the latest trends, and continues to be a lifelong learner. His example has pushed me to do the same.

I can’t overstate how much I’ve grown with Dan’s guidance. His impact goes far beyond design skills. He truly makes the people around him better.”

Taylor Myers
Sr. Product Designer | Denver, CO

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