Adam Torres
About Adam Torres
Adam Torres is the VP of Design at Podium, where he focuses on enabling users through design. He has extensive experience in user experience and product design, having worked at notable companies such as Citrix, Palantir Technologies, and Slack.
Current Role at Podium
Adam Torres serves as the Vice President of Design at Podium, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leading design initiatives and enhancing user experience for Podium's products and services. His experience in design and user experience allows him to contribute effectively to the company's vision and goals.
Previous Experience in Design
Prior to his current role, Adam Torres worked at Podium as Principal Product Designer from 2020 to 2023. He also held positions at Slack as Sr. Product Design Manager and Product Design Manager from 2016 to 2019. His experience spans various companies, including Citrix, Palantir Technologies, and Apollo GraphQL, where he focused on user experience and product design.
Educational Background
Adam Torres studied at the University of Michigan - School of Information, where he earned a Master of Information Science with a focus on Human-Computer Interaction from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Boise State University, where he studied from 2001 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in understanding user needs and enhancing product design.
Entrepreneurial Venture at Barre3
In addition to his role at Podium, Adam Torres is the owner of Barre3 in Salt Lake City, a position he has held since 2020. This entrepreneurial venture allows him to apply his design skills and passion for collaboration in a different context, focusing on creating a positive experience for clients.
Design Philosophy and Interests
Adam Torres has a strong interest in understanding and working with people, aiming to enable them through his design work. He enjoys coding and user research, particularly employing quick methods that expedite the design process. He describes himself as a generalist with a strong focus on interaction design, emphasizing collaboration and product vision development.