Tim Houben

Tim Houben is a highly experienced designer specializing in user experience design and social design projects. With over 6 years of experience, his work spans across diverse sectors including telecommunication, fintech, insurance, and employee experiences. He has also undertaken impactful projects focusing on improving the lives of elderly individuals suffering from dementia.

Tim excels in interdisciplinary teamwork and believes in the power of collective contributions to drive positive change. His versatility allows him to handle projects from initial research stages to delivering high-fidelity, interactive wireframes. He prioritizes user input throughout the design process to ensure the implementation of meaningful changes in both short and long-term scenarios.

His educational background includes a Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction from LUCA School of Arts. Moreover, he has pursued courses focusing on managing user experience, Lean UX and Agile methodologies, as well as mastering value propositions and business models, to enhance his skill set.

Throughout his career, Tim Houben has contributed his expertise to various prestigious organizations. He has served as a User Experience Researcher at AXA, Design Lead at Toptal, Design Lead (UX - Service Design) at Delen Private Bank, among other roles. Additionally, his freelance experience includes roles such as Service and UX Design at Asking For A Friend and Product Designer at Time2Work.

Tim has also been actively involved in mentoring roles, having served as a Mentor at KBC Startit at Start it @KBC. His professional journey has seen him engage in a wide range of roles from Service Designer at Fjord to Senior Service Designer at Today (formerly Thick), showcasing his adaptability and expertise across the design spectrum.

His academic pursuits have been complemented by practical experience, with roles such as Service Designer and UX Strategist at Kunstmaan - Accenture Interactive, as well as Interaction Designer at Fjord. Tim's multifaceted background, combined with a passion for user-centric design, underscores his commitment to creating impactful solutions and driving innovation in the field.