Get to
know me
Hey, I'm Tesha, a multidisciplinary designer with a passion for helping people complete complex tasks in an intuitive, logical, and engaging way.
My 15+ years have been shaped by a passion for accessible and inclusive design. A unique blend of creativity and technical expertise contributing to a holistic skill set, keeping the end-user front of mind. I enjoy working on complex challenges, whether designing an application or creating new processes that positively impact people and businesses. I believe in collaboration, leveraging diverse skillsets and perspectives to push the product forward and work toward the same goals. This ensures our shared vision comes to life and champions our users' needs. I'm deeply committed to mentoring aspiring designers, particularly focusing on supporting Black Women in tech and People of Color. Beyond design, I find joy in art, photography, travel, and ambitious projects. I am also forever learning about design and engineering and spending time creating with AI because I am interested in its potential.
"You don't measure success as pass or fail but approach it as a complex algorithm with a range of successful possibilities. - Me"
Main expertise
Product design
In my years in the tech industry, I've specialized in crafting human-centric digital experiences for web and mobile applications. My strength lies in synthesizing complex information into actionable insights and leading projects with a clear vision. My collaborative approach is bringing teams together and driving innovation.
Mentorship
I've spent my career mentoring and recently with platforms like Thinkful, Designlab, and ADPList, covering all aspects of design and career growth. My approach—emphasizing empathy, active listening, and tailored advice—resonates deeply with my mentees; I am committed to fostering a supportive and personalized mentorship experience.
Frontend engineering
In the last two years, alongside my design career, I've expanded my expertise into frontend engineering, driven by a love for coding, creating accessible tools, experimentation, and prototyping. Completing Thinkful's Software Engineering boot camp in 2021, I've honed my skills in JavaScript, React, HTML, and CSS preprocessors. My focus has been on NextJS and Tailwind CSS for my current projects and integrating Firebase and Supabase for backend support managed through GitHub.
Design leader
As a Design Leader, I've been at the forefront of blending creativity with strategic thinking to enhance both the design process and outcomes. My role is pivotal in shaping design strategy and vision through conducting design workshops, establishing effective processes, and articulating the value of design throughout the organization. I work to empower designers by promoting ownership, providing clear guidance, and encouraging open dialogue, ensuring that our projects align with the company's vision and pushing objectives forward.
Team leading
Throughout my career, I've thrived as a Team Leader, guiding diverse groups towards achieving shared objectives with efficiency and innovation. My leadership is characterized by clear communication, strategic planning, and a collaborative spirit, ensuring that every team member feels valued and motivated. I excel in creating environments where creativity and productivity flourish, leveraging my extensive experience in tech to drive projects to successful completion.
AI
Over the past year and a half, I've dived deep into AI, honing my skills in ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers. My journey is centered on leveraging generative AI to enhance daily workflows and exploring advanced applications of AI technologies. I've gained proficiency in utilizing the Stable Diffusion text-to-image model from Stability AI, constantly testing the boundaries of creative and practical AI use.
Experience
Honeycomb.io
Staff Product Designer
Dec 2020 - Present
Designlab
Product Design Mentor
Apr 2022 - Present
Chopdawg
Senior Product Designer
Mar 2020 - Mar 2021
Thinkful
Design Technical Expert – Teaching Assistant
Mar 2020 - Mar 2021
Olark
Senior Product Designer
May 2017 - Apr 2020
Amazon
UX Designer II
Sep 2015 - May 2017
What colleagues say about me
Tesha is a powerhouse. She can synthesize disparate information into new knowledge and communicate it understandably. She is an excellent collaborator, using balanced visuals and documentation as a narrative to bring others along the design process, specifically with the complex service map project. Tesha is a caring and thoughtful peer to her design team members. She goes out of her way to assist, coach, and mentor those around her. She consistently seeks ways to bridge communication gaps, improve processes, and ensure the team works together. Tesha is a strong design leader who would make an excellent design manager.
- Product Design Manager, Honeycomb.ioMy session with Tesha was extremely helpful! Tesha did a stellar job of giving me thoughtful, actionable, and clear feedback in response to my questions about career path and direction while being extremely friendly and approachable. I particularly appreciated how Tesha listened very closely to the content of my comments as I spoke and thoughtfully tailored her responses to me in a way that made me feel both safe and understood. Amazing mentor!
- UX/UI Designer, ADPList MenteePhotographs from my travel journeys
