Anke Brunstein
About Anke Brunstein
Anke Brunstein is a Lead Product Designer at Forto in Berlin, with a strong background in psychology and human-machine interaction. She advocates for human-centered design and has extensive experience in UX research and design across various organizations.
Work at Forto
Anke Brunstein currently serves as the Lead Product Designer at Forto, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating user-centered designs that enhance the overall user experience. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet user needs and business objectives. Based in Berlin, she leverages her extensive background in UX research and design to drive product development and improve design processes.
Education and Expertise
Anke Brunstein has a diverse educational background that includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Wuppertal and a Master of Science in Human Factors from the Berlin Institute of Technology. She also completed a MicroMasters Program in Digital Leadership and Digital Product Management at Boston University. Additionally, she studied Front End Development at freeCodeCamp and completed a course on Leading Teams in the Digital Age at Hyper Island. Her education equips her with a strong foundation in human-centered design and digital product management.
Background
Anke Brunstein has accumulated significant experience in various roles within the fields of UX research and design. Before joining Forto, she worked as a Senior UX Researcher and Designer at Sabbatical and Innogy SE. Her earlier roles included positions at Just Eat Takeaway.com and as a Teaching Assistant at both the Berlin Institute of Technology and the University of Wuppertal. This diverse background has provided her with insights into corporate, startup, and academic environments.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Anke Brunstein has demonstrated a commitment to human-centered design and evidence-based practices. She has facilitated co-creation sessions and ideation workshops, empowering teams and fostering collaboration. Her ability to adapt to new challenges and her fluency in various research and design methods have contributed to her effectiveness as a designer. Anke's advocacy for a user-centered approach in product design has influenced her work and the teams she collaborates with.