Ezekiel F. Flores

About

I am a seasoned, forward-thinking design leader with a track record of crafting memorable and meaningful solutions that captivate millions and solve real-world problems. I am skilled in design thinking, execution, and team leadership. Beyond my work, I am genuinely passionate about health and fitness. I prioritize well-being, vitality, and balance in my life. I believe an active lifestyle improves physical health, strengthens mental resilience, and fuels personal growth.

Experience

• Team Lead, Product Design, Platform Experience (Core Team) · Toptal06-01-2022 – 10-01-2024

  Successfully led a high-performing remote design team, sparking a culture of collaboration and driving continuous professional growth. Partnered with cross-functional teams to streamline development cycles, leading to seamless project deliveries and elevated usability standards. Spearheaded user-centered design initiatives, resulting in a 20% boost in efficiency and task completion for internal products.

• Product Designer (Core Team) · Toptal2017 – 06-01-2022

  Led UX design for internal platform tools, delivering seamless end-to-end user experiences, resulting in a 20% boost in efficiency and task completion. Teamed up with product managers and engineers in dynamic Agile settings to dive deep into user pain points, leading to the development of innovative design solutions. Reworked workflows with innovative UX enhancements, slashing task completion time by 15%.

• Creative Lead · eDriving2015 – 2017

  Led innovative marketing and product design efforts, boosting design conversion rates by 5-7% annually through actionable, data-driven strategies. Blended creative vision with data-driven insights to create high-performing digital experiences. Leveraged design thinking to boost business success and strengthen brand growth.

• Head of Design · Keen Systems, Inc.2013 – 2015

  Spearheaded the design of a cutting-edge cloud-based e-commerce platform for the print and promotional products sector. Launched game-changing features that boosted transaction volumes by 15%. Played a crucial role in positioning the platform as a frontrunner in its industry. Fostered collaboration across product, engineering, and leadership teams to achieve shared goals.

• Interactive Art Director · LendingTree01-01-2011 – 01-01-2013

  Achieved a 20% quarterly conversion rate increase by designing and executing high-impact data-driven advertorial campaigns.

Education

• Las Positas CollegeVisual Communication

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