I lead UX teams to design human-centred solutions that deliver business growth.
Experience
Senior Product Design Manager | Wealthsimple | 2021 - 2023
Group Experience Design Manager | Intuit Mint | 2020 - 2021
Product Design Manager | Intuit TurboTax | 2018 - 2020
Principal Visual Designer | Intuit TurboTax | 2017 - 2018
Visual Designer | Intuit TurboTax | 2016 - 2017
Creative Director | Icon Brand | 2011 - 2016
Art Director | Aldo Group | 2004 - 2008
Graphic Designer | Canada Direct | 2001 - 2004
Awards & Achievements
Webby Award Winner | Best UX | 2021
Webby Award Winner | Best Visual Design | 2021
Webby Award Winner | People’s Choice | 2021
Intuit Leadership Award | 2021
Education
International Academy of Design | Graphic Design | 2001
Concordia University | Political Sciences | 1999
Certifications
Design Thinking, Social Innovation, and Complex Systems | LinkedIn Learning
Equitable & Inclusive Product Design Certification | LinkedIn Learning
The Humanity-Centered Design Masterclass Certification | Hmnty Cntrd
Business Model Innovation Certification | Strategyzer
Technology and Design Ethics | LinkedIn Learning
Guiding with Purpose
These leadership principles guide my decision-making and foster a high-performance culture that drives business success.
Inspire with Vision
Cultivate a clear, inspiring vision and ensure everyone understands their role in achieving collective goals.
Empower with Trust
Build a foundation of trust, enabling each team member to contribute their strengths.
Celebrate the Wins
Recognize and honour achievements, fostering motivation and a positive culture.
Embrace Change
Welcome uncertainty and ambiguity as a chance for innovation and growth, driving the organization forward.
Lead with Empathy
Understand and address the needs of your team and customers, fostering emotional intelligence.
Pursue Excellence
Relentlessly strive for the highest standards, take action unsolicited, foster a culture of continuous growth and improvement
Fostering Design Growth
“Ted works out messy overlaps between teams that gets clarity to unblock his ICs and gives the best feedback I’ve seen from a UX lead.“
Gillian
Staff Content Designer
Wealthsimple
“Ted connects big-picture business goals with the smaller details of the day-to-day and created an environment of trust to help me grow professionally. “
Chrissy
Senior Product Designer
Wealthsimple
“His deep knowledge of design thinking and UX was enlightening for my career.”
Jean-Paul
Senior Web Designer
Momentumm
Grow Your Career
With over 20 years of experience, I empower design professionals to unlock their potential and foster career growth through tailored 1-on-1 coaching and mentorship.