Designer FundEmbedding Design into the Fiber of FintechWelcome to the first article in our Design Impact Series, where we explore inside stories from our portfolio companies. From internal team…9 min read·Sep 15, 2021----
Ben BlumenroseClarity in the design process: how to create a process map for your teamThere’s something I often hear from designers at early-stage startups in my work at Designer Fund: “I wish we had more clarity around the…9 min read·Oct 26, 2017--2--2
Designer FundDesign Critiques: How to Maintain Trust at ScaleDesign critiques are an essential part of the design process. If run effectively, critiques can elevate a team’s work and contribute to a…7 min read·Aug 11, 2017----
Designer Fund3 Ways to be a Better Design LeaderThere are countless books, seminars, conferences, and programs to teach you about business leadership, but design leadership requires an…7 min read·Aug 8, 2017----
Designer FundA Design Team’s Guide to LevelingA design team with an excellent job leveling system has an easier time retaining the designers they worked so hard to hire.11 min read·Aug 8, 2017----
Mia BlumeShaping Design CultureEvery company wants a healthy design culture, the challenge is getting there. When faced with the need for cultural change, leadership…9 min read·Jun 26, 2017--2--2
Amanda LindenThe mistakes we make in making the case for design.One of the most common questions I get from designers is, “How did you convince your company to invest in design?” I usually answer that I…5 min read·May 29, 2017--11--11
Designer FundApproachable, Human Design: How an Illustrator & Letterer Bring the Gusto Brand to LifeWhen you’re at the theatre, you don’t often think about the backstage crew. Behind every actress on center stage are dozens of skilled…8 min read·May 10, 2017----
Margaret Gould StewartRespect the maker: How to weave creativity back into your day-to-dayThis piece was originally posted on the Designer Fund blog. Designer Fund invests in startups co-founded by designers to build and educate…10 min read·Apr 29, 2017--2--2
Willem Van LanckerA Designer’s Guide to Working in TechA deep dive into a designer’s life in tech companies—from work and skills to compensation and career advancement26 min read·Apr 4, 2017--4--4