Leena Castro-Adolphus🇺🇸

UX designer at Qualtrics

About Leena Castro-Adolphus

UX designer at Qualtrics

I am a first-generation Afro-Latina American with roots in Guatemala and Chile. Born in the U.S., I proudly embrace my diverse heritage.

My journey began at The Chicago High School for the Arts, focusing on Vocal Performance, where I discovered the power of artistic expression. I then pursued a Bachelor of Science in Information (BSI) with a concentration in User Experience (UX) Design from the University of Michigan School of Information (UMSI).

With 3+ years in UX/Product Design and a year as a user advocate, I have worked on customer-facing, dealer-facing, and internal employee-facing projects.

I look forward to helping you learn and reach your goals.

Expertise

DesignUX DesignProduct DesignUsability TestingPrototypingCommunicationCollaborationProblem-solvingCritical-thinkingPresentation skillsStakeholder managementNegotiation

Sessions with Leena Castro-Adolphus

General Catch-Up Session with Leena (45 min): Let’s reconnect! This session is designed for a casual catch-up to discuss your progress, address any new challenges, and celebrate your achievements. Whether you have specific questions or just want to share updates, this is a great opportunity to stay on track and keep the momentum going in your career journey. Who Should Attend: Current mentees looking for ongoing support Professionals needing advice on recent projects or challenges Anyone wanting to share their progress and get feedback What to Expect: A relaxed and open conversation about your recent experiences Guidance on overcoming any new obstacles you’re facing Celebrating your wins and setting new goals An opportunity to ask questions and get personalized advice Looking forward to catching up and continuing our journey together!

What mentees say

“She is a great listener, and she details the next steps as clearly as possible. I am excited to continue working with her!”
Niara, Technical Program Manager at Microsoft

“Talking with Leena was a breath of fresh air! She explains everything very well and she was able to help me break down whiteboard problems in a way I can apply what I know and learned in future interviews. She's super approachable and knowledgeable. She gave plenty of resources and tips to help as well. It was such an engaging conversation. I highly recommend!”
Tayona Bodden, Instructional Designer - Private Tutor at Private Employer