Mark Wittkampf
About Mark Wittkampf
Mark Wittkampf is a Lead Principal Product Designer at Backbase, where he has worked in various design roles since 2014. He has a strong background in UX and product design, contributing significantly to design processes and leadership within the company.
Work at Backbase
Mark Wittkampf currently serves as the Lead Principal Product Designer at Backbase, a position he has held since 2021. He also works as the UX Research Manager (Interim) since 2020. Prior to these roles, he was a Principal Product Designer for seven months and served as a Principal UX Consultant and Head of Design for EMEA & UK - Customer Success from 2016 to 2020. His tenure at Backbase spans multiple roles, demonstrating his extensive experience in product design and user experience.
Education and Expertise
Mark Wittkampf studied at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, where he earned a Bachelor of Communication & Multimedia Design from 2003 to 2007. He also attended Hogeschool Inholland, achieving a Propedeuse in Leisure Management from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, he completed Google Analytics training and obtained Individual Qualification in 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in user experience and product design.
Background
Mark Wittkampf began his career in 1999 at MarketResponse Nederland BV as an Assistant Supervisor Data Entry, where he worked for nine years. He transitioned into design roles, starting as an Interaction Designer at YellowMind and later at Basic Orange. His experience includes positions as a User Experience Designer and Interaction Designer, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of design principles and user-centric approaches.
Achievements
At Backbase, Mark Wittkampf contributed to the alignment of Product Design, Product Management, and Product Owners, enhancing collaboration across teams. He played a role in the Design Leadership Hiring team, focusing on building a strong design culture. Additionally, he collaborated with Design Operations to improve design processes, showcasing his commitment to advancing design practices within the organization.