Seisho Manabe

Seisho Manabe is an independent design director and freelance designer with over 20 years of experience in the field. He specializes in creating user-centric product experiences and developing compelling brand strategies. His background includes significant roles at prominent design consultancies such as IDEO and frog design, as well as leadership positions in startups, including a recent role as Chief Design Officer at the fintech startup Pliant.1

Professional Background

• Freelance Designer: Seisho has been working independently, crafting design solutions that enhance brands and user experiences.

• Past Roles:

  • Chief Design Officer at Pliant: Focused on user experience and brand building for a digital company credit card solution.
  • Head of Design at Azena: Led a design team in creating a platform with multiple products.
  • Director at frog: Acted as a bridge between various disciplines within the team.
  • IDEO Tokyo Studio: One of the founding members, involved in establishing the studio's presence in Japan.12

Expertise

Seisho Manabe's expertise encompasses a wide range of design disciplines, emphasizing human-centered design. He is skilled in product design, brand design, UX research, and building effective design teams and cultures within organizations. His work is characterized by a holistic approach that combines creativity with strategic thinking to solve complex design challenges.13