Hi, I'm Katelyn!
I am a data-driven product design and user experience leader with over 10 years of experience based in the Seattle area.
Down to business
Multidisciplinary background
I got my start in UX research initially before doing full-stack UX work, and then pivoting to focus primarily on UX design.
Master's in HCDE
I am a proud graduate of the MS in Human Centered Design and Engineering program at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Experience across industries
I've practiced UX both sides of multi-sided marketplaces in multiple industries. I have deep expertise in enterprise B2B SaaS and identity and access management (IAM).
Team leader
I've directly managed associate, mid, and senior level UX designers, and led groups of cross-team UX practitioners in project execution at 2 organizations.
Systems thinker
I've worked on technical platform products and complex experiences, making me adept at end-to-end thinking and approaching problem spaces in a multi-dimensional way to boost UX quality.
Problem solver
My favorite part of UX is solving gnarly, convoluted problems. Others would say one of my greatest strengths is distilling enigmatic concepts so they are easier to understand.
Don't just take my word for it
Katelyn is one of the finest and most skillful people I have worked with [...] she encourages new talent and spends the time and effort to nurture them and help them succeed. She can easily look into a problem, have a 360-degree outlook, and come up with solutions that are brilliant [...] Great UX designer, Great leader, Great mentor, and much more!
Saranya Mohandoss
Senior Product Manager
As a UX manager, she embodies talent, drive, and focus, all while making the work environment enjoyable. [...] Katelyn is a remarkable professional and I wholeheartedly recommend her for any UX role, and I am confident that she will be an invaluable addition to any team.
Micah Nethery
UX Director
I worked with Katelyn directly for the better part of 2 years and she honestly redefined the role of UX for me. [...] She is one of the most strategic UX designers I’ve worked with, and is able to bring a business mindset to her work. [...] She’s a true asset to any team and company and I would work with Katelyn again in a heartbeat.
Nora Johnson
Senior Go-To-Market Leader