Chris Gielow I turn human insights into transformative products, and help startups build the teams, culture, and systems that make innovation scalable. I’m a Fractional UX Design Leader, partnering with founders and product teams who want senior design leadership without the cost or commitment of a full-time executive. I step in when clarity, alignment, and momentum matter most—shaping product strategy, guiding discovery, and leveling up teams. I also lead UX Speakeasy, a 501(c)3 nonprofit and the largest UX organization in Southern California, representing 7,500+ designers across San Diego and Orange County. As an Alliance partner, we helped secure San Diego–Tijuana’s World Design Capital 2024 designation and create spaces where designers connect, grow, and elevate the impact of design. Previously, at Walmart Design, I led UX for Health & Wellness and Associate Experiences across one of the world’s most advanced supply chains—modernizing tools for millions of frontline workers and influencing how the world’s largest retailer operates at scale. Before that, I guided the evolution of Intuit’s Self Help & Search Platform, empowering 150M+ customers annually across QuickBooks, TurboTax, and Mint,
President
User Experience Design Founder & Director
Sr. Interaction Designer
Design Manager
Sr. Industrial Designer
Sr. Industrial Designer
Bachelor's studies in design
