Mike Sanchez
About Mike Sanchez
Mike Sanchez is a Senior UX/UI Design and Strategy professional with extensive experience in international business communications and global branding. He has worked at various organizations, including Verizon and Aventiv Technologies, and holds an Associate of Applied Arts degree from The Art Institutes.
Current Role at Aventiv Technologies
Mike Sanchez serves as Senior UX/UI Design and Strategy at Aventiv Technologies since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user experience and interface design, contributing to the development of web, mobile, TV, and CRM support applications. His position is based in Addison, Texas, where he applies his extensive experience in design strategy to lead projects and guide teams.
Previous Experience at Verizon
Mike Sanchez has a significant tenure at Verizon, where he held multiple roles in UX/UI Design and Strategy. He worked as Senior UX/UI Design and Strategy from 2009 to 2014, followed by a position as Lead UX/UI Design and Strategy from 2014 to 2018. His responsibilities included overseeing design processes and enhancing user interactions across various platforms.
Background in Design and Communications
Mike Sanchez has a background in design and communications, having studied at The Art Institutes. He earned an Associate of Applied Arts degree from 1993 to 1995. His professional journey includes roles as Art Director and Graphic Designer at the Conference of State Bank Supervisors and Micrografx, where he honed his skills in visual communication and design strategy.
Expertise in Human/Computer Interaction
Mike Sanchez specializes in human/computer interaction, focusing on creating user-centered designs that enhance usability. His approach emphasizes team execution through a defined, managed process, ensuring that design solutions meet user needs effectively. His extensive experience in international business communications and global branding further informs his design strategies.
Military Service and Early Career
Before entering the design field, Mike Sanchez served in the US Navy as an Interior Communications Electrician from 1989 to 1993. This early experience contributed to his technical skills and understanding of complex systems, which he later applied in his design career.