Paul McConnell
@paulmcconnell
Digital product leader with 20+ years of experience
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned digital product leader, I bring over 20 years of experience in designing and launching award-winning digital services, including SaaS platforms, hardware, and AI/ML integrations. My expertise lies in Agile development, stakeholder engagement, and user research methods, with a proven track record of delivering high-impact projects globally.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with esteemed organizations, including Arup, Alphabet, and Sidewalk Labs, driving digital transformation and innovation in various sectors. My passion for design thinking, Lean UX, and digital transformation has enabled me to develop and lead high-performing teams, driving velocity and resolving challenges.
As a skilled communicator, I have worked closely with C-suite executives, industry leaders, and academia, contributing to industry events and serving as an adjunct professor at prestigious institutions. I am committed to driving innovation and excellence in the digital product space.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founding Partner
Noble Ventures
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
As a Founding Partner at Noble Ventures, I provide digital product strategy and AI workflow integration consulting. I leverage innovation frameworks and strategic design thinking to develop products like the Noble Comply Platform for DEI certification compliance using AI automation.
Associate Principal
Arup
Dec 2018 - Nov 2023 (4 years 11 months)
At Arup, I led a global practice of interaction designers and strategists, focusing on Experience and Interaction Design advisory projects. I scaled design studios and adapted practices to meet international client needs across various sectors.
Product Director
Intersection / Control Group (Sidewalk Labs)
Dec 2011 - Dec 2018 (7 years)
As Product Director, I scaled the design practice during the Sidewalk Labs merger, leading efforts on enterprise applications and consumer-facing products. I established product vision and design systems for projects like LinkNYC and Transit Products Suite.
Associate Director, Creative Technology
Publicis
Jun 2008 - Mar 2011 (2 years 9 months)
In my role at Publicis, I led design and creative technology initiatives for LG Electronics and Citibank, focusing on integrated strategy and user experience across multiple markets.
Senior Product Lead
Organic (Omnicom)
Jun 2006 - Jun 2008 (2 years)
As Senior Product Lead, I directed user experience design and development teams for various projects, including Bank of America's first mobile banking app and NYC's first LEED certified skyscraper.
Design Team Lead / Interactive Art Director
Vanguard / Tradewind
Apr 2002 - Jun 2006 (4 years 2 months)
I led the design and interactive teams on public sector projects, collaborating with various NYC agencies to deliver innovative solutions.
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