Aaron Neeley
About Aaron Neeley
Aaron Neeley serves as the Head of Design at Dooly, bringing over 15 years of experience in product design. He has previously held leadership roles at various companies, including theCOOP and Knewton, and has a strong focus on strategic thinking and mentoring designers.
Current Role at Dooly
Aaron Neeley serves as the Head of Design at Dooly, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he balances hands-on design work with strategic thinking to deliver effective solutions. He enhances collaboration within product teams, ensuring that design aligns with overall business objectives. His leadership in design contributes to the development of user-centered products.
Previous Experience at theCOOP
Before joining Dooly, Aaron Neeley was the Founder of theCOOP, where he worked from 2020 to 2022. His role involved overseeing design initiatives and fostering a creative environment. This experience added to his extensive background in product design and management.
Design Career Background
Aaron Neeley's design career spans over 15 years, with significant roles in various organizations. He worked as a Senior Designer at Buongiorno from 2009 to 2012, and later held positions such as Interaction/UX Design Lead at Vibrant Media and Senior Product Designer at Outbrain. He also served as Manager of Design and User Experience at Knewton and as a UX Consultant at Cassandra Report.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Neeley holds a Bachelor's of Fine Arts from James Madison University, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his education with a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Washington, completing his studies from 2000 to 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in product design, strategic thinking, and mentoring emerging designers.
Mentorship and Teaching Experience
In addition to his design roles, Aaron Neeley has experience in mentorship and education. He served as a UXDI Instructor at General Assembly from 2014 to 2020, where he taught design principles and user experience strategies. His commitment to mentoring designers reflects his deep interest in understanding both products and user needs.