Daniel Nicolae
About Daniel Nicolae
Daniel Nicolae is a product founder and cofounder of Spot, a platform addressing workplace harassment and discrimination. He has a diverse background in design and UX consulting, with experience at various companies including Couchsport GmbH, Evernote, and Mimi Hearing Technologies GmbH.
Work at All Turtles
Daniel Nicolae serves as a Product Founder at All Turtles, a role he has held since 2017. In this position, he focuses on developing innovative products and solutions. All Turtles is known for its emphasis on building startups that address significant societal challenges. Nicolae's experience in product development and design contributes to the company's mission of creating impactful technology.
Current Role at Spot
Since 2018, Daniel Nicolae has been a Cofounder of Spot, a platform dedicated to reporting workplace harassment and discrimination. Based in Berlin, Spot aims to provide a safe space for individuals to report incidents and seek support. His involvement in this initiative reflects his commitment to addressing social issues through technology.
Previous Experience in UX and Design
Daniel Nicolae has extensive experience in UX and design, having worked in various roles prior to his current positions. He served as a UX Consultant at INSELBERG GmbH in 2017 and at Mimi Hearing Technologies GmbH from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Designer at Couchsport GmbH and Jodel between 2014 and 2015. His diverse background in user experience has equipped him with valuable skills applicable to his current endeavors.
Educational Background
Daniel Nicolae has a strong academic background, holding a Doctor of Philosophy (D.Phil.) from the University of Oxford, which he completed from 2008 to 2013. He also earned a Master of Studies (MSt) at Oxford from 2007 to 2008 and a Master of Science (MSc) from The University of Edinburgh in 2006-2007. His studies at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin from 2002 to 2006 further solidified his foundation in the humanities.
Transition from Academia to Tech
Daniel Nicolae transitioned from academia to the tech industry, applying lessons learned during his academic journey to his work in technology. His background in humanities and philosophy informs his approach to product development and user experience, allowing him to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in tech projects.