Braden Kowitz
Hello, I’m a design leader based in San Francisco.
Hello, I’m a design leader based in San Francisco.
I'm passionate about helping cross-functional teams build a process of product discovery: systematically exploring an opportunity-solution space through user research, prototyping, and in-market tests.
Building healthy teams requires attention to the fundamentals: Building trust and vulnerability, helping people get in the groove so they can focus on what they do best, and creating opportunities for growth.
I don't believe in design for its own sake. My approach is cross-functional collaboration, bringing design methods to bear on our key business challenges, whether that's in marketing, product, or strategy.
Design has a key role within organizations to lead the way towards a culture of quality. That includes leaders setting a very high bar, and the whole team building their skillsets of critique, analysis, and exploration.
When I'm not deep in work, you'll usually find me enjoying the outdoors with my family and friends. I live in the Mission District of San Francisco, and get around the city almost exclusively by bike. We love our cargo bike for family adventures, which is why I'm a strong advocate for improving our civic infrastructure to keep vulnerable road users safe.
When I escape the bounds of SF, it's usually to go hiking or backpacking with friends. I love living in the bay area and I'm immensely grateful for ability to experience the nature and beauty California has to offer.