Josue Martinez
About Josue Martinez
Josue Martinez is the Director of Design at Heard, where he has worked since 2022. With over 13 years of experience in various design disciplines, he has held significant roles at companies such as Compliance.ai, GoGuardian, and Peachy, specializing in comprehensive design solutions across multiple industries.
Current Role at Heard Technologies
Josue Martinez serves as the Director of Design at Heard Technologies since 2022. In this role, he leads design initiatives and oversees the design team, focusing on delivering impactful design solutions. His leadership aims to enhance the overall user experience and align design strategies with business objectives.
Previous Experience in UI/UX Design
Before joining Heard Technologies, Josue Martinez held several positions in UI/UX design. He worked at Compliance.ai as a UI/UX Designer for 9 months in 2017. He then transitioned to GoGuardian, where he served as a Senior UI/UX Designer for 6 months and later as Design Systems Manager for 3 years. His experience also includes a role as Director of Product Design at Peachy from 2021 to 2022.
Educational Background
Josue Martinez has a solid educational foundation in design and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science in International Business from California State University, Long Beach, from 2005 to 2010. He also completed a User Experience and Customer-Centered Design Certificate at California State University, Fullerton in 2014. Additionally, he studied Computer Programming at General Assembly, achieving Front-End Web Development skills.
Expertise in Design Disciplines
With over 13 years of experience, Josue Martinez specializes in various design disciplines, including Product Design, Design Strategy, DesignOps, Design Systems, and User Research. He focuses on delivering comprehensive design solutions that meet complex user and business needs across multiple industries, including Fintech, Edtech, and Healthtech.
Engagement in Startup Ecosystem
In addition to his design roles, Josue Martinez engages in angel investing and startup advising. He leverages his extensive design expertise to support emerging companies, acting as a mentor and advisor to enhance their design strategies and overall business impact.