Alex Turnbull

Alex Turnbull is an experienced design and technology professional with a distinguished career in user experience (UX) design. He worked at Whitespace + Dentsu Creative for 18 years, serving as Head of UX and later as an Associate Director.2

Professional Background:

• Head of UX at Whitespace + Dentsu Creative from 2005 to 20232
• Led cross-functional teams of UX designers, UI designers, content managers, and product owners2
• Championed user-centered design principles and developed UX strategies2
• Mentored team members and fostered a culture of care and success2

Leadership and Approach: His leadership style emphasizes building relationships based on openness, transparency, and trust. He believes in actively listening to team members and being available to address their concerns.1 As a board member, he was known for keeping the business focused on employee wellbeing and company culture.1

Career Highlights:

• Graduated from Edinburgh College of Art in Graphic Design2
• Worked in e-commerce and startup environments2
• Known for solving problems through design thinking2
• As of April 2024, he became an independent UX consultant3

Notable Achievements:

• Led the Royal Academy of Music website project, which won multiple design awards including Scottish Design Awards and Roses Awards1
• Guided Whitespace through a successful acquisition by Dentsu International2

Alex Turnbull is passionate about technology, creativity, and helping people solve problems through innovative design solutions.2