Joshua Newton
About Joshua Newton
Joshua Newton is a Design Lead currently working at Gather in London, England. He has extensive experience in product design, having held various positions at companies such as Checkout.com, Ada Health, and Fat Llama.
Current Role at Gather
Joshua Newton serves as the Design Lead at Gather, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing design initiatives and leading a team to develop innovative solutions. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure that design aligns with business objectives and user needs. Joshua's focus on fostering creativity and co-ideation is integral to his approach at Gather.
Previous Experience at Checkout.com
Before joining Gather, Joshua Newton worked at Checkout.com as a Staff Product Designer from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure in London, he contributed to the design of payment solutions, enhancing user experience and functionality. His role involved collaborating with product teams to create user-centered designs that met the needs of clients and their customers.
Design Background and Expertise
Joshua has extensive experience in product design, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked as a Lead Product Designer at Fat Llama for three months in 2019 and as a Senior Product Designer - Enterprise at Ada Health from 2019 to 2021. His background includes roles at Hive | Centrica Connected Home, OME Health, Farfetch, Kalo, Santander UK, and Klood, where he developed skills in user-centered design and cross-functional collaboration.
Collaboration and Methodology
In his design practice, Joshua collaborates closely with seed-stage founders to shape initial product ideas. He emphasizes the importance of working with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end projects. His methodology revolves around continuous learning from users, striking a balance between insights and intuition throughout the design process. This approach fosters an environment of open creativity and innovation.