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Anjali Deswandikar

@anjalideswandikar

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Design leader with 24 years of experience in digital transformation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, values collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

With 24 years of experience in design leadership, I have a proven track record of driving impactful digital transformation across various industries. My expertise lies in building and leading high-performing, globally distributed design teams, focusing on user-centered design and data-driven decision-making. I am passionate about mentoring talent and fostering innovation to deliver exceptional user experiences that significantly impact business outcomes.

Throughout my career, I have successfully established design processes and workflows that ensure consistency and efficiency. I have been a change agent in challenging environments, transforming design practices and creating industry-first products. My leadership has resulted in the development of sustainable design functions, enabling organizations to thrive in fast-paced, growth-oriented settings.

I am committed to cultivating a positive and collaborative design culture that promotes learning and growth. My experience includes setting up best-in-class design practices, building design systems, and enhancing the overall maturity of design within organizations. I believe in the power of design to drive business goals and am dedicated to making a lasting impact in every role I undertake.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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DVP Product Design

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ICICI Lombard

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Headed product design to drive digital transformation across all insurance platforms. Built a structured 16-member team into four pods for various channels, including D2C/DS, Partner Experience, Health/Motor/Travel BUs, and Commercial Lines/Bank Insurances.

Digital Transformation Team Leadership Design Systems Product Design SaaS UI UX Design Agile Methodologies Stakeholder Management

Design Director - USA

Lollypop-Terralogic

Jan 2018 - Sep 2023 (5 years 8 months)

Built and scaled Lollypop design studios in Mumbai and the US, establishing the US Bay Area center and raising $0.9M in one year. Grew the Mumbai team from 1 to 60 members in four years, contributing to a $2M YoY business scale.

Studio Management Business Development Scaling Teams Talent Development Innovation UX Strategy

UX Manager

Ernst & Young (EY)

May 2017 - Dec 2017 (7 months)

Designed and oversaw end-to-end delivery of user-centric digital solutions across multiple channels, focusing on enhancing customer experience. Established and developed a User Experience Design team by hiring, nurturing, and building design practices.

User Centered Design Digital Solutions Customer Experience Team Building UX Design Project Management Stakeholder Management Agile Methodologies Design Strategy

Centre of Excellence Lead

Human Factors International

Jan 2016 - Apr 2017 (1 year 3 months)

Conducted user research, identified stakeholder inputs, and led workshops, contextual inquiries, focus group discussions, and usability testing. Managed User Experience Projects, ensuring compliance with the HFI Framework.

User Research Usability Testing Project Management HFI Framework Contextual Inquiry Focus Groups User Experience Data Analysis Requirements Gathering

Technical Consultant

Tech Mahindra Pvt. Ltd.

May 2008 - Dec 2015 (7 years 7 months)

Managed a team of UX and UI designers, overseeing hiring, reviews, and mentoring. Analyzed client requirements and collaborated with international clients to achieve design goals and high performance standards.

Client Relationship Management Mentoring Design Goals Collaboration UI Design UX Design

Project Manager

Aquent Solutions (India) Pvt. Ltd.

May 2004 - May 2008 (4 years)

Managed international projects, with hands-on involvement in web design, multimedia, e-learning, print, and content. Responsible for planning, scheduling, tracking, and reporting multiple design projects.

Project Management Web Design Multimedia E Learning Print Design Content Management Project Planning Scheduling Reporting

Graphic Designer

Tech Mahindra Pvt. Ltd.

Feb 2001 - Apr 2004 (3 years 2 months)

Worked as a Graphic Designer for Web & e-Learning projects within the Education Service Group. Responsible for planning, designing, and developing GUI for courseware integrated into Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Graphic Design Web Design E Learning Visual Design Adobe Creative Suite Educational Technology

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Human Factors International

Certified Usability Analyst, Usability Analysis

Obtained certification as a Usability Analyst from Human Factors International in 2014. This certification enhanced my expertise in user-centered design principles and practices.

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Post Graduate Diploma, Instructional Design

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Instructional Design between 2008 and 2009. This program provided a strong foundation in designing effective learning experiences.

CDAC

Diploma, Advance Computer Arts

Earned a Diploma in Advance Computer Arts from CDAC between 2000 and 2001. This diploma focused on advanced computer art techniques and applications.

Mumbai University

B.Sc., Physics & Computers

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics & Computers from Mumbai University between 1997 and 2000. This degree provided a comprehensive understanding of both scientific principles and computational methods.