I'm Tom,
nice to meet you.
As a dedicated UX Designer, I focus on innovation and user-centric design. By synthesizing research and balancing stakeholder input, I create intuitive, conversational experiences that connect with users on a personal level. My mindful approach ensures that my designs not only meet functional needs but also foster positive emotional responses, delivering impactful solutions in a competitive landscape.
How I can help
Transforming User Frustration into Design Opportunities:
Users often face frustration with poorly designed websites and apps. As a UX Designer, I turn challenges into opportunities by collaborating with your stakeholders and users to create intuitive, human-centered experiences.
Driving Business Success Through Innovative UX Solutions:
My innovative solutions enhance user satisfaction and drive business results, leading to streamlined development, higher retention, and increased conversions. Let’s connect to explore how we can elevate your digital presence together."
How I started in user experience
Pioneering Web Design in the Mid-90s:
My journey in UX began in the mid-90s during the web's early days at Gartner, where I developed their first corporate intranets and web-based projects, laying the foundation for my user-centric design career.
Advancing Design Skills at General Assembly:
Recently, I advanced my skills from Interaction Design to User Experience Design through an intensive program at General Assembly NYC, where I honed my ability to create intuitive, user-focused digital solutions.
Deepening Knowledge Through Advanced Studies:
I also completed a six-week course in Human-Computer Interaction for UX Design at MIT CSAIL. This program deepened my understanding of UX history, emerging trends, and future technologies, enabling me to apply innovative methodologies to contemporary design challenges.
Continuous Evolution in UX Design:
Throughout my career, I have evolved with the industry, blending extensive experience with the latest UX principles to deliver impactful design solutions.
What I've been working on
Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern UX:
I'm conducting archaeological anthropology research to explore how ancient humanity-centered designs inspire innovative UX solutions. My work focuses on developing narratives that apply timeless design principles to the 'Fourth Industrial Revolution' era.
Expanding UX Expertise:
I'm actively engaged in freelance UX design projects, continuously refining my skills through practical application. By participating in industry courses and workshops, I ensure my designs remain cutting-edge and user-centric.
Interdisciplinary Writing:
My writing complements my UX work, blending insights from philosophy, current events, and design principles. This approach provides fresh perspectives on user experience in our evolving digital landscape.
What I'm interested in
Empowering Humanity Through Technology:
I am interested in preserving human nature while using technology as a tool for individual empowerment and wealth generation for the free thinking world.
Bridging Humanity and Technology:
I want to continue the human tradition of building bridges between humanity and technology, for human progress, profitability, and delightful experiences.
Exploring Interdisciplinary Interests:
I am interested in philosophy, emotional intelligence, neuroplasticity, and human computer interaction.
Celebrating Life's Passions:
I love music, the great outdoors, fitness training, international travel and culture, being yourself, hugs, and the power of unconditional love.