Kolapo Akinlade

Hi! I'm Kolapo but you can call me Chris

UI/UX Designer with 6+ years of experience in designing experiences that delight and crafting user-centric solutions. I'm obsessed with leveraging data-driven insights to boost engagement, retention, and growth. My superpower? Turning complex problems into intuitive designs that drive business outcomes.

What drives me

Scalable design systems that empower teams User research that uncovers hidden opportunities

Cross-functional collaboration that sparks innovation

When I'm not designing, you can find me: Geeking out at conferences, soaking up knowledge and sharing my own Playing the violin, finding harmony in melodies

Behind the lens, creating educational content that inspires and informs

Dreams & Aspirations:

✈️ Tour the world to absorb creative knowledge and learn from innovative solution-builders Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex design challenges Continuously push the boundaries of user experience and design thinking

Let's connect and create something amazing together! I'm always excited to collaborate, learn, and grow with like-minded professionals.

UI/UX Designer with 6+ years of experience transforming complex user needs into intuitive digital products, driving substantial business growth and user adoption across B2B and B2C platforms. Proven leader in scaling design systems and optimizing user journeys, resulting in a 32% increase in engagement, 25% reduction in onboarding drop-offs, and an NPS jump from 72% to 90%. I excel in cross-functional collaboration, delivering impactful design solutions aligned with strategic business outcomes.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Design Strategy & Execution: UX Research & Strategy, Prototyping (Low-to-High Fidelity), Wireframing, Usability Testing, Information Architecture, Scalable Design Systems, UX/UI Audits, A/B Testing, Mobile Design Patterns, Interaction Design.
• Tools & Platforms: Figma, Adobe XD, Webflow, Zeplin, Jira, Trello, Notion, Hotjar, Google Analytics, WordPress
• Processes & Methodologies: Agile Development, Design Thinking, Lean UX, Cross-functional Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Design Advocacy
• Leadership & Communication: Team Leadership, Mentorship, Strategic Communication, Problem Solving, Product Strategy

B.Tech, Computer Science | Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Diploma, Interaction Design | Alison