Bettina Kast🇳🇱

About Bettina Kast

Consultant at OpenText

I mentor designers at every stage, from first portfolio to leadership. I’ve spent over 10 years in startups and another 12 years designing tools and systems used by millions of people at Fortune 500 companies. My focus is on portfolio reviews, career transitions, leadership growth, and helping designers brand themselves better, so they can gain clarity, show their value, and build careers that truly fit them.

Expertise

Sessions with Bettina Kast

• Mentorship for In-House Realities (90 min): Practical mentorship for designers in regulated, rigid, or low-maturity environments. Get support where it’s hardest to be heard. Are you the only designer on your team—or working in a company that doesn’t quite "get" design yet? Whether you're navigating slow-moving processes, political landscapes, regulated industries, or limited budgets, this 3-session mentorship package is for you. Over the course of one hour per month, we'll work together to unpack your toughest challenges, explore practical tactics, and build the clarity, confidence, and influence you need to thrive in-house. Each session is tailored to you, whether you're looking to advocate for design, improve collaboration, manage stakeholder dynamics, or just feel less alone in your role. Rebook the series anytime as your journey continues.
• General mentorship (30 min): Book a 30-minute mentorship session with me where you take the lead! Whether you're a newcomer eager to explore the basics or an experienced professional looking to tackle advanced challenges, this session is tailored for you. Agenda: You decide the focus! Here are some potential topics to inspire you, but feel free to bring your own and pick from the list of topics when booking: Effective communication strategies Building a personal brand Enhancing your UX skills Work-life balance and self-care Networking tips for success Exploring new tools and technologies Being the first and only designer in a company Come prepared with your goals and any specific challenges you want to address. Let’s make this a collaborative and enriching experience that propels your professional growth!
• Portfolio Review & Revamp (60 min): In these mentorship, we'll review your existing portfolio and provide constructive feedback for improvement. You'll receive guidance on enhancing visual appeal, organizing content, and targeting specific audiences. Revamp your portfolio to make a lasting impression and increase your chances of landing dream projects or job opportunities.

What mentees say

“It was a real pleasure speaking with Bettina! She shared valuable insights on self-development and gave practical tips on how to approach people in the industry. The conversation felt friendly and uplifting, which left me motivated and inspired after our call. Thank you for your time and support!”

“Bettina was wonderful to have a session with. Her questions were thought provoking and actually led me to make certain realizations and connect some dots I had previously not considered. I highly recommend Bettina and I look forward to our next session.”

“Bettina is a wonderful mentor; highly experienced and an attentive listener. She has helped me work through some nerves during a new start, to build confidence in my new UX role. Highly recommended.”