Hello, I'm David Nguyen.

I make things simple. Passionate and focused on designing for the User Experience!

With over 20 years of experience at top tech and globally recognized organizations, including Blizzard Entertainment, Rakuten, and PADI, my professional journey has spanned various disciplines. From User Experience to Digital Product Management and Software Engineering, I’ve had the privilege of leading teams, crafted strategic direction and championed impactful initiatives.

 

As an accomplished industry leader with extensive experience in digital product design and strategic planning, I possess a deep understanding of developing data-informed solutions that address both business objectives and customer requirements. Throughout my career, I have played a pivotal role in establishing and nurturing design teams, providing mentorship, guidance, and coordination to enhance user experiences across consumer and enterprise products.

 

In my free time, I absolutely designing and creating things – whether it’s crafting unique lamps, tinkering with switches, or dreaming up quirky gizmos that might just surprise people. It’s my way of bringing a touch of magic into everyday life. I’m also deeply connected to the local Orange County User Experience community, which I had the privilege of co-founding. Being part of this vibrant group fuels my passion and keeps me inspired. Expanding on my community work, I also serve as an Instructor for UCLA Extension’s User Experience Certificate program. Guiding the next generation of designers, sharing insights, and watching their creativity blossom – it’s incredibly fulfilling.

Things I do

People management, digital product development, designops, user experience design and research, creative direction, branding, mentoring, coaching, consulting, advising, always in pursuit of learning and discovering new things in the world.

Things I have done

Senior Manager, Product Design @ Blizzard Entertainment
User Experience Manager @ PADI
Director of User Experience @ Just Energy
Director of User Experience @ Rakuten
Director of eCommerce @ Red Digital Cinema

Education

DePaul University
Master of Science, M.S., Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

Check out my LinkedIn profile page if you’re curious about what I’ve been up to most recently. As always, feel free to contact me if would like to say hi. Oh and follow me @madewithux!