Four years ago, I was Design Director at a startup competing for acquisition. Same product, similar metrics, two companies in the running.

We were chosen instead of our competitor.

The reason? The acquiring company said it came down to design quality. Our product simply looked and felt more promising.

That moment taught me something crucial: Great design isn't just pretty pixels— it's the difference between getting funded or forgotten, acquired or abandoned.

Now I help startups access the same design leadership that closed that deal,  without waiting months to hire someone like me.

If your product needs to win in a crowded market, you're in the right place.