Morgan Romero
About Morgan Romero
Morgan Romero is a Senior Product Designer at PeerStreet in El Segundo, California, with a diverse background in design and healthcare. With experience in UX design and a strong foundation in biology, Romero focuses on creating intuitive design solutions that blend scientific understanding with creative engagement.
Work at PeerStreet
Morgan Romero has been employed at PeerStreet since 2019, serving as a Senior Product Designer. In this role, Morgan focuses on creating user-centered design solutions that enhance the overall user experience. Prior to this position, Morgan worked as a Product Designer at PeerStreet from 2018 to 2019, contributing to various design projects within the company. The work is based in El Segundo, California, where Morgan has developed a strong understanding of the fintech industry.
Education and Expertise
Morgan Romero holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology from the University of California, Los Angeles, completed in 2009. Additionally, Morgan studied Design Communication Arts at UCLA Extension, earning a certificate. In 2017, Morgan furthered their education by completing a course in Interaction Design at the Nielsen Norman Group. This educational background combines scientific knowledge with design expertise, enabling Morgan to create innovative solutions in UX design.
Background in UX Design
Morgan Romero has a diverse background in UX design, having worked at Edmunds as a UX Designer from 2016 to 2018. This role involved developing user experiences for digital products. Prior to that, Morgan served as a Surgery Coordinator in Ophthalmology at UCLA Health from 2011 to 2016, where they gained insights into the healthcare industry. Morgan's career also includes experience as a Licensed Optician at Advanced Eyecare of Manhattan Beach and Lenscrafters, which contributed to their understanding of user needs in a clinical setting.
Professional Involvement
Since 2019, Morgan Romero has been actively involved with UXPA Los Angeles (UXPALA) as an Associate to the Director of Design. In this capacity, Morgan contributes to the organization's mission of promoting user experience design and fostering community engagement among design professionals. This role reflects Morgan's commitment to the UX design field and their desire to support the growth of design practices in the Los Angeles area.