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I’m a creative Product Designer with over 7 years of combined experience turning complex business challenges into smooth, user-friendly solutions. With a Master's degree in Anthropology, I bring a unique perspective to AI and emerging technology projects, helping to bridge the gap between advanced tech and real human needs. Currently, I work with early-stage startups and social impact initiatives, leading end-to-end design from concept to prototype. I’m passionate about mentoring young designers and building communities that foster connection and knowledge sharing.…I’m a creative Product Designer with over 7 years of combined experience turning complex business challenges into smooth, user-friendly solutions. With a Master's degree in Anthropology, I bring a unique perspective to AI and emerging technology projects, helping to bridge the gap between advanced tech and real human needs. Currently, I work with early-stage startups and social impact initiatives, leading end-to-end design from concept to prototype. I’m passionate about mentoring young designers and building communities that foster connection and knowledge sharing.

Sanne Van Der Wal

Product Designer, UX Designer, UI Designer, +2

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I’m a creative Product Designer with over 7 years of combined experience turning complex business challenges into smooth, user-friendly solutions. With a Master's degree in Anthropology, I bring a unique perspective to AI and emerging technology projects, helping to bridge the gap between advanced tech and real human needs. Currently, I work with early-stage startups and social impact initiatives, leading end-to-end design from concept to prototype. I’m passionate about mentoring young designers and building communities that foster connection and knowledge sharing.…I’m a creative Product Designer with over 7 years of combined experience turning complex business challenges into smooth, user-friendly solutions. With a Master's degree in Anthropology, I bring a unique perspective to AI and emerging technology projects, helping to bridge the gap between advanced tech and real human needs. Currently, I work with early-stage startups and social impact initiatives, leading end-to-end design from concept to prototype. I’m passionate about mentoring young designers and building communities that foster connection and knowledge sharing.

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I’m a creative Product Designer with over 7 years of combined experience turning complex business challenges into smooth, user-friendly solutions. With a Master’s degree in Anthropology, I bring a unique perspective to AI and emerging technology projects, helping to bridge the gap between advanced tech and real human needs.

Currently, I work with early-stage startups and social impact initiatives, leading end-to-end design from concept to prototype. I’m passionate about mentoring young designers and building communities that foster connection and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Dutch

Fluent

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Product Designer & Consultant at Self-Employed & Contract

January 1, 2023 - Present

Led end-to-end design for early-stage startups and social impact initiatives, taking products from 0-to-1. Key projects include designing a high-fidelity prototype for HeartB Foundation’s social impact app which was essential for investor fundraising. Designed a secure, user-centered dashboard for a UN-funded initiative in Guyana to enable reliable tracking of sensitive mission data in low-bandwidth settings. Supported clients in securing investments and validating product roadmaps by designing and prototyping innovative emerging tech solutions such as 3D interactive experiences and conversational AI interfaces.

Business Analyst / Product Specialist at Cognizant

January 1, 2023 - July 10, 2025

Shaped the global MVP roadmap for a healthcare product by conducting ethnographic research in active hospitals, delivering workflow definitions and user personas. Resolved stakeholder conflicts for a Dutch insurance client by designing process maps and data visualizations to create a singular technical reference. Ensured GDPR compliance for a global travel company by auditing tracking technology with engineering to meet privacy standards. Received the 'Rising Star Award 2019' for proactive problem-solving and high-impact client deliverables.

Head coach Human-Centered Design at Project Fearless, Amsterdam

December 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025

Designed and delivered a complete Human-Centered Design curriculum, mentoring young girls through from user research to launching community-based social impact projects.

Community Organizer at Digital Nomads community

January 1, 2021 - Present

Founded and grew a community for digital nomads through recurring masterclasses and events facilitating connection and knowledge sharing.