Alina Banuleasa

Alina Catalina Banuleasa is a seasoned strategist, consultant, and entrepreneur who excels in product and strategy design. She is passionate about empowering teams to create innovative solutions that drive business growth. Catalina heads The School of Design, an immersive learning program focused on product strategy and design. With a background that includes leading digital product creation at top companies like Vodafone, ING Bank, and Electronic Arts, she brings a wealth of experience to the table. Notably, Catalina spearheaded the Romanian UX team for FIFA, the world's football game, showcasing her expertise in user experience and design. Transitioning from corporate roles, she co-founded Design Thinking Society, a boutique consultancy agency offering transformative design and innovation solutions to companies seeking change. Catalina is a certified Google Design Sprint master and Google Developer UX expert, actively contributing to tech communities and advocating for design methodologies. Her strategic mindset, coupled with a relentless drive to make things happen, sets her apart in the industry. Catalina also engages with audiences through speaking engagements at conferences and podcasts.