Harshal Patel🇺🇸

About Harshal Patel

Sr. User Experience Designer at Vanguard

I’m Harshal, a UX designer and manager with 10 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and designing world-class products. I’ve built teams from the ground up, set foundational processes for long-term success, and delivered results through strategic design initiatives. With a strong background in mentoring junior designers, I also run company-wide workshops, research initiatives, and design sprints.

I’m passionate about creating user-focused solutions and fostering continuous learning. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, photography, and sketching my emotions and thoughts in the form of line drawing!

I am skilled in the following: Starting a career in UX Design Career Transition Improve communication skills Building your portfolio/resume

Expertise

Sessions with Harshal Patel

• General Mentorship (40 min): This mentorship session will help you gain actionable insights and guidance tailored to your goals. Here's what to expect: Focused Discussion – Dive into topics like UX/UI design, portfolio and resume reviews, creative problem-solving, and management skills for designers. Actionable Takeaways – Receive personalized feedback, resources, and clear next steps to help you grow and succeed in your career. Come prepared with your questions or challenges, and let's make the most of our time together!
• Craft Your Portfolio (40 min): In these series, we will learn to create a standout portfolio that impresses potential clients and employers. Through personalized guidance, we'll help you showcase your best work and highlight your unique skills and talents. Learn to tell a compelling story through your portfolio and present yourself as a creative force in your field. This mentorship will equip you with the tools to elevate your career and open doors to exciting opportunities.

What mentees say

“Harshal was really polite, and his suggestions were right on point, with no fluff. He reviewed my portfolio and resume before the meeting and even left pointers, making this session truly worth the time. Highly recommended talking to him for advice!”

“I met with Harshal after putting together a first very rough draft of my case study, and in just a few sessions, he helped me make significant progress. He helped me strengthen my written & verbal communication and showed me how to better explain my design decisions to tell a stronger story. He also walked me through helpful examples and shared great insights into the product design career path.”

“Harshal is an incredibly insightful mentor when it comes to user experience. He has a great way of guiding beginners toward a more professional approach in their work. He helped me solve all my UX challenges quickly and effectively, making the process smooth and productive. His patience, clarity, and expertise made a huge difference in my learning experience.”