Kaushik Panchal
About Kaushik Panchal
Kaushik Panchal is a Senior Director of Product Design at ThoughtSpot, with extensive experience in user experience and product design across various industries. He has held key positions at notable companies such as Apple, Yahoo!, and Intersection, contributing to significant projects like the redesign of the Apple Online Store and the digital strategy for PBS.org.
Current Role at ThoughtSpot
Kaushik Panchal currently holds the position of Senior Director of Product Design at ThoughtSpot, a role he has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, he leads design initiatives that focus on enhancing user experience and product functionality. His extensive background in product design informs his strategic approach to developing innovative solutions that meet user needs.
Previous Experience at ThoughtSpot
Before his current role, Kaushik Panchal worked at ThoughtSpot as Principal Product Designer from 2021 to 2022 and later as Director of Product Design from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he contributed to various design projects aimed at improving the overall user interface and experience of ThoughtSpot's products.
Professional Background
Kaushik Panchal has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as Senior Creative Director at Oliver Wyman from 2019 to 2021 and as Senior Director of Design at Intersection Co. from 2016 to 2018. His career also includes positions at Apple, Yahoo!, and BBC, where he worked on significant design projects and initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Kaushik Panchal earned a Bachelor of Science in Product Design from the University of Westminster, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. His educational background, combined with his extensive work experience, has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead design teams and manage complex projects across various industries.
Design Projects and Contributions
Throughout his career, Kaushik Panchal has worked on notable design projects, including leading the redesign of the Apple Online Store and developing the digital strategy for PBS.org and PBS video while at Method. His work spans various sectors, including cable TV and education, demonstrating his ability to adapt design strategies to different contexts.