Kams Thorum
About Kams Thorum
Kams Thorum is a Senior User Experience Designer and UX Manager at Digital Control Incorporated, with a strong background in business and analytics supported by an MBA. He has held various roles in UX design and technical program management at notable companies such as Dell, Rockwell Collins, and EMC Isilon.
Current Role at Digital Control
Kams Thorum serves as a Senior User Experience Designer and UX Manager at Digital Control Incorporated. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's focus on enhancing user experience. His role involves overseeing UX design projects and ensuring that the design process aligns with user needs and business objectives. Thorum's expertise in user experience design is instrumental in developing effective solutions that meet the demands of clients.
Previous Experience at Dell
Thorum worked at Dell in various capacities from 2016 to 2020. He initially served as a UX Design Lead and Senior Interaction Designer for three years before becoming a Principal UX Designer for one year. During his time at Dell, he focused on creating user-centered designs and improving product usability, contributing to the overall user experience for Dell's offerings in the Greater Seattle Area.
Educational Background
Kams Thorum holds an MBA from Westminster College, which he completed from 2011 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Alaska Anchorage, studying from 2005 to 2008. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both business and analytics, which supports his work in user experience design.
Career History and Roles
Thorum has a diverse career history that includes roles such as Technical Program Manager at Rockwell Collins Inc and EMC Isilon, and Investor Liaison at The Wayne Brown Institute. He also worked as a TRENDS Feature Writer for Alaska Business Monthly and completed an internship at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. His varied experiences have equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to user experience and product design.
Skills and Expertise
Kams Thorum is recognized as a full-stack designer with a demonstrated history of creating enterprise-grade products for various businesses. He is known for his mentoring abilities and creative problem-solving skills. His strong background in user experience design, combined with business and analytical expertise, allows him to effectively address complex design challenges and mentor emerging designers.