Thomas Morrell
About Thomas Morrell
Thomas Morrell is a Product Design Lead at AdvisorEngine, specializing in wealth management platforms. He has a background in Human Computer Interaction and extensive experience in UX design across various companies, including Prudential Financial and Aon Hewitt.
Current Role at AdvisorEngine
Thomas Morrell serves as the Product Design Lead for the Wealth Management Platform at AdvisorEngine. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development and enhancement of financial technology solutions. In addition to his role as Product Design Lead, he has also worked as a Senior Product Designer at AdvisorEngine since 2020. His work focuses on creating user-centered designs that improve the overall experience for clients in the wealth management sector.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Prior to his current role, Thomas Morrell worked at Prudential Financial as Lead Product Designer from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he played a significant role in enhancing the company's retirement app, which saw its ratings improve from 1.2 to 4.8 stars on both iOS and Android platforms. He also held positions at IDT Corporation as UX Manager and at Aon Hewitt as UI/UX Lead Developer, where he led the UX architecture redesign of an enterprise software suite.
Educational Background
Thomas Morrell studied at the University of California San Diego, where he completed a specialization in Human Computer Interaction from 2016 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art Studio from Coastal Carolina University, which he attended from 1998 to 2002. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for a successful career in product design and user experience.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
In addition to his professional roles, Thomas Morrell is actively involved in mentoring aspiring designers. He provides guidance to UX students at Springboard.com, helping them develop their skills and navigate their careers in the field of user experience design. This mentorship reflects his commitment to fostering the next generation of design professionals.
Podcast Hosting and Thought Leadership
Thomas Morrell hosts the podcast 'User Flows: UX design & careers,' which is available on multiple platforms. Through this podcast, he shares insights and discussions related to user experience design and career development, contributing to the broader conversation within the design community.