Brian Durkin

Brian Durkin is a seasoned professional in the field of user experience and product design with over 25 years of experience in digital transformation.3 He is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Brian Durkin Design, LLC., a position he has held since February 2023.1

Professional Background

Brian's career trajectory showcases a wealth of experience in design leadership roles:

• Sr. Group Manager & Head of User Experience at BNY Mellon (April 2021 - February 2023)
• Innovation Lead - Design at Pegasystems (April 2020 - April 2021)
• Design Director at Bend Financial (January 2019 - April 2020)
• Director of User Experience Design at Catalina USA (January 2017 - August 2018)
• Director of UX & Product Design, Field Manager, and UX Practice Lead at LeapFrog Systems (October 2015 - January 2017)1

Expertise and Passion

Brian is known for his expertise in:

• UX Design
• Design Systems
• Atomic Design
• Strategic design processes like Design-Thinking and Lean UX2

He is passionate about promoting good design practices and has been an advocate for digital transformation throughout his career.3

Education and Early Career

Brian holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Alfred University, which he obtained between 1994 and 1998.1 His career in design began shortly after college when he started as a Web Designer and eventually learned web development.4

Teaching and Community Involvement

In addition to his professional roles, Brian has been involved in education and community engagement:

• He has taught web design at Santa Barbara City College
• He participates in various design events and meetups
• He has been an instructor at General Assembly, sharing his knowledge about the day-to-day life of a UX Designer2

Brian Durkin is described as an excellent manager and mentor with infectious enthusiasm and a talent for getting the best out of his team members.1 His extensive experience and passion for design make him a respected figure in the UX and product design community.