Wes Mikel

Wes Mikel has a diverse range of work experience, starting with their current role as the Director of Product Design and Experience at StudioLabs. In this position, they manage a team responsible for product research, UX/UI design, and QA services, while also taking on various roles such as Team Lead, Product Manager, and UX/UI Designer for specific clients.

Previously, Wes worked as the Director of User Experience at 5 ALL, where they ran a one-person UX consultancy. Wes worked with SaaS companies to build out their platforms, designing and prototyping new features, organizing roadmap planning sessions, and creating various solutions to enhance user experiences.

Wes also gained experience as a Product Manager at Compatio and Plans du Jour, where they played a key role in managing product development and ensuring successful delivery.

Furthermore, Wes served as the Director of Design at 4 First Names LLC, overseeing the user experience and visual design of projects that used a cross-platform video game engine to communicate complex data.

Earlier in their career, Wes worked as a Designer at Global Prairie, a full-service digital marketing and advertising agency. Wes contributed to projects in the pharmaceutical, CPG, and healthcare industries.

Wes started their career as a Freelance Production Artist, working at Delatorre Creative Group and Springboard Creative, where they gained experience in web and print advertising, website design, programming, and production art.

Wes began their professional journey as a Marketing Department Intern at Baker University.

Overall, Wes Mikel's experience spans various industries and roles, showcasing their expertise in product design, user experience, and project management.

Wes Mikel attended Baker University from 2004 to 2007, where they pursued a degree in Mass Communication with a focus on Visual Communication and Editorial Leadership. Additionally, in August 2022, they obtained a certification in the Unicorn Leadership Training Program from Unicorn Labs.