Dan Anderson
About Dan Anderson
Dan Anderson is the Lead Industrial Designer at Ergotron, where he has worked since 2022. He specializes in technical surfacing and product visualization, focusing on aesthetic sustainability and user concerns.
Work at Ergotron
Dan Anderson has been serving as the Lead Industrial Designer at Ergotron since 2022. His role involves overseeing design projects that prioritize aesthetic sustainability and user concerns. Based in Eagan, Minnesota, he focuses on maintaining product line continuity while adhering to cost criteria. His expertise in technical surfacing and product visualization plays a crucial role in the development of innovative products that meet both functional and aesthetic needs.
Previous Experience in Industrial Design
Before joining Ergotron, Dan Anderson held several significant positions in industrial design. He worked at Ecolab as a Principal Industrial Designer from 2014 to 2022, where he contributed to various design initiatives. Prior to that, he was a Senior Industrial Designer at Spectrum Brands from 2012 to 2014. His career began at WhiteBoard Product Solutions as an Industrial Designer from 2004 to 2006, and he also spent five years at 3M as a Senior Industrial Designer and Product Visualization Guru from 2007 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Dan Anderson earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Industrial Design from the University of Wisconsin-Stout, completing his studies from 1998 to 2003. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in design principles. His specialization in technical surfacing and product visualization enhances his ability to create user-centered designs that are both functional and visually appealing.
Design Philosophy and Focus
Dan Anderson emphasizes aesthetic sustainability and end-user concerns in his design approach. He analyzes workflow to improve user interaction efficacy, ensuring that his designs not only meet aesthetic standards but also enhance usability. His focus on product line continuity and cost criteria reflects a strategic approach to industrial design, balancing innovation with practical considerations.