McLean Donnelly - User Experience Executive

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Currently, I manage The Makery Group, my design and innovation consultancy. I also teach as an Adjunct Professor with the University of Minnesota. Previously, I was the Vice President of User Experience Design for Shutterstock in New York City and a Design Manager for Expedia in Seattle.

I have won a Webby Award for Best of Use of Artificial Intelligence in Design as well as a UX Magazine Design for Experience Award for nonprofit design work. I've also been a speaker at design conferences including: Creative Week, The Art Director's Club, BitCon and the Design Thinkers.

I've earned a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from St. Thomas University and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Gettysburg College. I'm working towards a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Learning.

Webby Award Winner for Use of AI in User Experience Design

Vice President of Design

As the Vice President of Product Design & User Experience, I led a 25 person Product Design Organization that shaped overall company design and innovation strategy for Shutterstock digital experiences.

Executive Lead for UI Design System
Executive Lead for Mobile Redesign
Led teams in NYC, Denver, Montreal
Promoted from Director of Design

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Design Manager

At Expedia, I was the lead designer and manager of teams who directed the delivery, quality, and success of the user experience for the Flights, and Things to Do products.