Nick Cochran
About Nick Cochran
Nick Cochran is the Design Strategy Manager at ExxonMobil, leading a team focused on solving complex problems using a human-centered approach.
Title and Current Role
Nick Cochran currently holds the position of Design Strategy Manager at ExxonMobil. His tenure in this role began in 2020. He leads a world-class design strategy consultancy and design operations team, focusing on solving complex, cross-organizational problems using a human-centered approach. His leadership is pivotal in amplifying design practices across the organization through strategic design programs.
Professional History at ExxonMobil
Throughout his career at ExxonMobil, Nick Cochran has held several vital roles, contributing significantly to the organization. He served as Design Practices Lead from 2017 to 2020, User Centered Design Supervisor from 2015 to 2017, Upstream Business Support Analyst from 2014 to 2015, Training Lead from 2011 to 2014, Incentive Compensation Application Developer from 2007 to 2011, and eBusiness Consultant from 2005 to 2007 in Houston, Texas Area. Each position was marked by a specific focus on enhancing and integrating design and business practices within ExxonMobil.
Early Career and Other Roles
Before his long-term career at ExxonMobil, Nick Cochran worked as an Application Developer at Triage First from 2004 to 2005. This role provided him a foundation in application development, which he later leveraged in various positions at ExxonMobil.
Education and Expertise
Nick Cochran's educational background includes an MBA from the Texas McCombs School of Business, which he completed between 2009 and 2011. He also holds a BBA in Management Information Systems from Baylor University, accomplished from 2001 to 2005. His formal education has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in fields relating to design strategy and operations.
Focus on Design Community and Mentorship
Nick Cochran is deeply passionate about community building and mentorship within the field of design. His efforts include nurturing talent and fostering a strong sense of community within the design sector at ExxonMobil. He values compassion, clarity, balance, details, connection, and craft in both his personal and professional endeavors.