Kurt Michelson

Kurt Michelson is an experienced design leader currently serving as the Director of Design at Brite (YC S21) since April 2022, where responsibilities include overseeing product design, brand design, marketing, and operations to enhance benefits education for brokers and HR teams. Prior to this role, Kurt held the position of Director of Product Design at Vyne Dental®, leading a team to design and streamline financial tools for dental offices. As the Lead Product Designer at Weave HQ, significant contributions were made to key products, demonstrating a strong impact on functionality and growth. Earlier roles included Art Director at CLEARLINK, where Kurt led the design of consumer applications, and Senior Interactive Designer at Red Olive Inc, focusing on creative strategies and interactive experiences. The career began as a Graphic Web Designer at CLEARLINK, emphasizing web design and branding for various clients.