Dré N.

VP UX UI Design Brand at Aiden Automotive Technologies

Dré N. has a diverse and extensive work experience in various roles related to user experience, design, and innovation.

In 2011, Dré N. worked as a Director UX/Creative Lead at Variate Labs, where they led a team in designing and developing a Work Order App for Helmerich & Payne. They also worked closely with clients such as Petersen Car Museum, QUIXEY, AC/DC, and Pacific Western Bank.

From 2013 to 2016, Dré N. held roles at iconmobile group, including Director of User Experience | PX and Design Lead PX.

In 2016, Dré N. joined Bosch USA as a Senior Product Manager, where they focused on creating new business models for Bosch's future mobility vision, specifically for Shared Autonomous Vehicle (SAV-L5). They also managed user testing and prototypes, as well as developed business plans for product opportunities.

From 2017 to 2020, Dré N. worked at BYTON as the Head of Advanced Digital Product & Customer Experience, Future of Mobility. In this role, they were responsible for end-to-end customer experience architecture and also played a creative lead role in audio branding and in-vehicle experiences.

In 2020, Dré N. worked as the Head HMI UXUI at Nikola Motor Company, before transitioning to Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in 2021, where they served as the Head of User Experience, Digital Products & Strategic Innovation. At Stanley Black & Decker, Dré N. led UX design for digital products, services, and innovation, while also building and leading a diversity, equity, and inclusion team.

In 2021, Dré N. also worked as the Head of R&D Future Mobility at ZYNC, focusing on developing a product framework and roadmap for L5 fully autonomous vehicles. They were involved in leading UX design, interior design exploration, and HMI definition.

Dré N.'s most recent experience is as the Vice President User Experience & Design at Aiden Automotive Technologies Inc, a position they have held since 2022. Their role involves connecting vehicles with the rest of the world and enabling services and data privacy for consumers.

Overall, Dré N. has demonstrated expertise in user experience, design thinking, and innovation across a range of industries, including automotive, technology, and mobility.

Dré N. began their education in the field of Typography and Design at DEWAG Deutsche Werbe- und Anzeigengesellschaft. However, the exact duration of their studies at this institution is unclear.

In 2015, Dré N. enrolled at Cooper Professional Education, where they pursued studies in Design Leadership. Their time at Cooper Professional Education lasted until 2016.

Following this, in 2016, Dré N. continued their educational journey at General Assembly, specializing in Product Management. The duration of their studies at General Assembly extended until 2017.

In 2019, Dré N. attended Gallup and obtained a degree in Executive Leadership Performance Management. Specifically, they focused on enhancing their skills and knowledge in this area for that year.

The provided information outlines Dré N.'s educational background, including studies in Typography and Design, Design Leadership, Product Management, and Executive Leadership Performance Management.

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Timeline

  • VP UX UI Design Brand

    August 1, 2022 - present

  • Vice President User Experience & Design

    September 1, 2022

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