Walter Cajas
About Walter Cajas
Walter Cajas is a UX/UI Designer II and VP of ¡Hola! Communications ERG at Lennox, with over 20 years of experience in design and leadership. He actively mentors a lead UX designer in India and contributes to diversity initiatives within his organization.
Work at Lennox
Walter Cajas currently serves as a UX/UI Designer II and VP of ¡HOLA! Communications ERG + MDWP Champion & Coach at Lennox. He has been with the company since 2024, working in Richardson, Texas. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user experiences and leading diversity and inclusion initiatives through the ¡HOLA! Communications Employee Resource Group. His responsibilities include managing a lead UX designer based in India, promoting cross-cultural collaboration within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Walter Cajas has a diverse educational background. He studied Business Administration at CUNY York College and earned an Associate of Arts in Graphic Design & Visual Communications from Collin College, where he also studied Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Emerging Media & Communications from The University of Texas at Dallas. Additionally, he obtained a certification in Graphic Design & Visual Communications from Katharine Gibbs School.
Background
Walter Cajas has over 20 years of experience in the design field, with a focus on enhancing team performance and user experiences. Before joining Lennox, he worked at JCPenney as a Senior Digital & UX/UI Designer for 13 years, where he contributed to various digital projects. He also served as the Art Department Manager at Manhattan Beer Distributors for five years. His extensive background in design and leadership positions him as a knowledgeable figure in the UX/UI industry.
Achievements
Walter Cajas is recognized for his ability to optimize creative processes and integrate AI innovation into UX/UI design projects. He actively champions the MDWP program, which focuses on managing a lead UX designer in India, fostering leadership development and cross-cultural collaboration. His involvement in ¡HOLA! Communications ERG highlights his commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives within the workplace.