Kris Perpich
About Kris Perpich
Kris Perpich serves as the Head of Design at Glydways and is a co-founder of Artfull. With extensive experience in product and design roles at companies such as Adonit, Facebook, and Microsoft, he combines a strong background in architecture and human-computer interaction to create empathetic technology that enhances user experiences.
Work at Glydways
Kris Perpich currently serves as the Head of Design at Glydways, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Concord, California, where he focuses on design strategies and initiatives that enhance user experiences. His role involves leading design teams and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure that the design aligns with the company's vision and goals.
Previous Experience at Cor (Nueon Inc.)
Before his current role, Kris Perpich worked at Cor (Nueon Inc.) as the Director of Product & Design from 2020 to 2022. He was responsible for overseeing product design and development, contributing to the company's growth and innovation during his tenure. Prior to that, he also held the same title at Cor from 2017 to 2018, where he focused on enhancing product offerings in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Background in Product Design and Technology
Kris has a diverse background in product design and technology, having worked at various notable companies. He served as a Product Design Manager for Portal R&D at Facebook from 2018 to 2019 and as PM of Ambient Computing from 2019 to 2020. His experience also includes a role as Head of Product at Motiv Inc. from 2016 to 2017, where he led product development efforts.
Education and Expertise
Kris Perpich studied at the Savannah College of Art and Design, where he earned a Master of Architecture (MArch) degree with a focus on Architecture and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) from 2000 to 2004. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in design principles and user experience, which he applies in his professional roles.
Achievements at Adonit
Kris co-founded Adonit and played a pivotal role in establishing partnerships with companies like Evernote and Adobe, which enhanced stylus experiences for iOS applications. Under his leadership, Adonit grew from a Kickstarter project to a leading stylus brand, achieving $25 million in annual revenue and selling over 5 million units.