Michael Ikechukwu

Results-driven Product Designer and Manager with a proven ability to translate complex user pain points into intuitive, high-impact digital solutions. Expert in leveraging design thinking, prototyping, and strategic product management to achieve significant user satisfaction and drive measurable business growth.

Design Lead at DATAFRIK.CO (2024-01 – 2025-01)

As Design Lead, created a visually compelling and intuitive interface, effectively boosting Datafrik's online presence and mission communication.

• Led the end-to-end design and development of a visually compelling and intuitive user interface, significantly enhancing Datafrik's online presence.
• Spearheaded brand design initiatives to effectively communicate Datafrik's mission, fostering stronger user engagement and brand recall within the EdTech market.
• Orchestrated the creation of a seamless user experience, optimizing visual appeal and functionality to drive greater user interaction.

Product Manager at DATAFRIK.CO (2024-01 – 2024-12)

As Product Manager, strategized and launched a new subscription model, achieving an 85% increase in recurring revenue for Datafrik.

• Strategized, developed, and successfully launched a new subscription model, driving an impressive 85% increase in recurring revenue for Datafrik.
• Managed the full product lifecycle from concept to market, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs for the new revenue stream.
• Implemented data-driven product strategies, optimizing feature sets and pricing to maximize market adoption and financial performance.

Brand Identity Designer at VT MONEY (2023-01 – 2023-12)

As Brand Identity Designer, created critical touch points that significantly increased brand recognition for the FinTech company.

• Designed and implemented strategic brand identity touch points, significantly increasing brand recognition across digital and traditional channels for VT Money.
• Elevated brand visibility through innovative design solutions, strengthening market presence within the competitive FinTech industry.

Brand Identity Designer at ONYYX BY GAGA (2020-01 – 2020-12)

As Brand Identity Designer, developed foundational brand elements, successfully positioning the fashion brand with its target audience.

• Developed comprehensive brand foundational elements, establishing a strong visual identity that firmly resonated with the target fashion audience.
• Conceptualized and delivered core branding assets, enhancing market positioning and appeal for the ONYYX BY GAGA fashion venture.

BSc in Mass Communication and Digital Media – MIVA PRIVATE OPEN UNIVERSITY (2026-05)

Diploma in Product Design – ALT_SCHOOL AFRICA (2024-01 – 2025-05)