Hi, I'm Michael Gray,
Sr. Product Designer at Finial & Co.
Cultivating research driven, empathetic, responsive design products across multiple industries included real estate, FinTech, and government. Formly, launched and shipped mobile web, iOS, and Android apps, and currently mentoring at DesignLab.
portfolio
Increasing New Yorkers political Engagement
Created the first mobile web, iOS, and Android legislative resource improving New Yorker's awareness and comprehension of the New York State Legislature.
Role
User Research
End to End Visual Design
Usability Testing
iOS & Android App Deployment
Product Strategy
mentorship
1. List
2. Get Leads
3. Lease
Driving transparency and addressing fraud
An application, screening, and on boarding mobile app for homeowner landlords.
Role
User Research
End to End Visual Design
Usability Testing
iOS & Android App Deployment
Product Strategy
Training & Development
Revitalizing a businesses brand, design, and user experience
A contracted project where I handled all web based aspects of the businesses rebrand.
Role
Project Consultation
Information Architecture
Visual Design
Wix Editor
Site Maintenance
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Finial & Co.
This project is currently in development.
Revolutionizing retirement.
A retirement engagement platform focused on notification, education, and retention all while incorporating AI.
Role
User Research
Affinity Mapping
Information Architecture
Branding
Visual Design
Usability Testing
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100+
Number Students Impacted
10
Number Years Mentoring
2.5
Average Length of Mentorship (Years)
5
Student Experience Rating (Out of 5)
*CareerFoundry 2021
“I thought that Michael was an excellent mentor. He was very good at pushing me to find more of my potential. I really appreciated how he was able to share with me some real world resources and experiences with me. I found it very easy to communicate with him as my mentor. I would recommend Michael for any future student."
Jerika S.
UX Research & Strategy | DesignLab
“As my mentor, you are a key part of where I am today in my UX journey. I know you would be an excellent addition to any university with your experience, empathy for others, and your approach towards providing feedback.”
Melissa R.
UX Academy | DesignLab
Having Mr. Gray as a mentor is enjoyable because he is always willing to help and share what he knows with other Individuals. Mr. Gray gives you the opportunity for you to find a way and figure things out, but he is there for you when there's a question.
Desire J.
Undergraduate Experience | UAlbany, SUNY
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About
A startup founder by chance, and product designer by discipline, and a passionate mentor. Close to a decade of experience working in a variety of industries at various stages, from startups to established entities, on enterprise and customer facing products in property investment, human capital management, Fintech, and government. Dedicated to truly improving society through technology.
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Education
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science in Digital & Web Design
Concentration in User Experience Design
UX Design
Professional Certificate