Michael Garvey
About Michael Garvey
Michael Garvey is the Senior Manager of Product Design at Crexi, with extensive experience in UX/UI design and leadership roles at various companies.
Current Role at Crexi
Michael Garvey is currently serving as the Senior Manager, Product Design at Crexi, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Los Angeles, California, he works in a hybrid capacity. At Crexi, he has led two winning teams in the company's annual hackathon, a first in the organization's history. He has also guided the design of a breakthrough technology that received special investment from the board of directors. Additionally, Michael has updated the company's design system to integrate new web components and native iOS and Android apps more holistically.
Previous Experience at Carro
Before his tenure at Crexi, Michael worked at Carro, where he held multiple roles. From 2022 to 2023, he was the Head of Design & Creative in Irvine, California. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Design from 2021 to 2022 and as the Lead UX/UI Designer from 2019 to 2021. During these roles, Michael made significant contributions to the design and user experience efforts at Carro, solidifying the company's design and creative strategies.
Roles at AFRM
Michael Garvey also has experience working at AFRM, where he held the role of Co-Managing Director, Technical Lead, UX Designer from 2017 to 2019. Located in Culver City, California, Michael worked on various technical and design projects, contributing to the company's growth and user experience improvements.
Career at Zappos Family of Companies
Michael's professional journey includes a significant stint at the Zappos Family of Companies. He worked as the Lead UX Designer from 2015 to 2017 in a remote position. Before that, he was the Senior UX Designer for nine months in 2015, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and served as the Mobile UX/UI Designer from 2012 to 2015 in Henderson, NV.
Educational Background
Michael Garvey studied at the University of Portland, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Communication, Entrepreneurship, and Philosophy. He completed his studies from 2005 to 2008, laying a strong foundation for his career in design and leadership positions.