Eric Sagalyn
About Eric Sagalyn
Eric Sagalyn serves as the Head of Design – Product and Brand at EnergySage, bringing extensive experience in user experience and product design across various industries. He has held leadership roles at several companies, including Salsify, Imagitas, and Drync, and has a background in culinary arts and advertising.
Current Role at EnergySage
Eric Sagalyn serves as the Head of Design – Product and Brand at EnergySage, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he leads design initiatives that align product development with brand strategy. His role involves integrating user experience with business objectives to enhance product offerings and customer engagement.
Previous Experience in UX and Design
Eric has a diverse background in user experience and design, having held various leadership roles across multiple organizations. He was the Senior Director of UX and Product Design at Salsify from 2019 to 2022 and previously served as Director of UX and Design at the same company from 2016 to 2019. His experience also includes roles at Imagitas, Drync, Thimble, Telenav, Putnam Investments, Tippingpoint Labs, and Where, Inc.
Educational Background
Eric Sagalyn studied at Ithaca College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Advertising/PR with a minor in Fine Arts. He also completed the Professional Chef Program at the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts, which reflects his diverse interests and skill sets beyond design.
Design Philosophy and Approach
Eric operates at the intersection of customer needs, business goals, and technology requirements. He emphasizes the importance of user experience and user interface design as strategic differentiators in achieving sales growth. His focus on building healthy team cultures fosters innovation and supports coaching teams in design thinking and UX best practices.
Industry Experience and Impact
Eric has extensive experience across various industries, including location-based services, fintech, insurtech, e-commerce, adtech, and enterprise SaaS. He has successfully launched products across multiple platforms, including mobile, desktop, voice, and automotive infotainment. His leadership has contributed to significant growth in annual recurring revenue (ARR) for the companies he has worked with.