Daniel Gontz

Principle UX + Chapter Lead Ceemea at Backbase

Daniel Gontz has a diverse and extensive work experience in various roles related to UX design and product development. Daniel'smost recent position was at Backbase as the Principle UX + Chapter Lead CEEMEA, where they led a 15+ member UX design team and drove innovation across Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Daniel initiated programs using AI to improve design processes and implemented efficiency programs that reduced design time by 75%. Daniel also served as a UX and C-level liaison, managing Agile design consultancy and cross-disciplinary training in the financial sector.

Prior to Backbase, Daniel worked as a Senior UX Designer at Imopedia and as the Creative Director at Colorbitor Production. Daniel'sexperience also includes roles such as Product Design Consultant at OPERA Amsterdam, Project Lead and Designer at Hospice, and Founder | Product Designer at Chronovisor. Daniel has garnered awards for their innovative app designs and has a strong background in user-centered design and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Additionally, Daniel has experience in visual content development and media design, having worked at Casa Gontz and the National Museum of Contemporary Art Romania. Daniel has a proven track record of delivering high-quality interactive installations and multimedia projects.

Overall, Daniel Gontz has demonstrated expertise in UX design, project leadership, and creative problem-solving throughout their career.

Daniel Gontz obtained a Magister Artium degree in Painting and Graphic Art from Akademie der bildenden Künste Wien during the period of 2000-2005. Additionally, they have obtained certifications in Enterprise Design Thinking from IBM in the year 2022.

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