Andres Monsalve
About Andres Monsalve
Andres Monsalve is a Director and Lead Product Designer at UBS, specializing in Digital Innovation and Enablement. He has extensive experience in product management and data strategy, having held key positions at Warner Bros. Discovery and Product School.
Current Role at UBS
Andres Monsalve serves as the Director and Lead Product Designer for Digital Innovation & Enablement at UBS. He has held this position since 2022, working in the New York City Metropolitan Area. In this role, he leads a team of product innovation strategists, UX researchers, and designers. His focus is on developing user-centered product strategies and ensuring that UBS remains at the forefront of digital innovation. He collaborates closely with clients, product owners, engineering teams, stakeholders, and external partners to gather insights into client motivations and needs.
Previous Experience at Warner Bros. Discovery
Prior to his current role, Andres Monsalve worked at Warner Bros. Discovery for a total of five years. He began as a Senior Manager in Business Insights & Data Strategy, focusing on product management from 2017 to 2022. He also held the position of Manager in the same department for a brief period in 2017. His work involved utilizing data strategy to inform product decisions and enhance business insights.
Education and Expertise
Andres Monsalve holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business/Managerial Economics from Universidad Metropolitana in Venezuela, where he studied from 2005 to 2012. He also achieved a Master's degree in Digital Transformation & Innovation Leadership from IE Business School Executive Education in 2021. Additionally, he has a certification in Finance from Universidad Metropolitana. His educational background supports his expertise in product design, digital innovation, and data strategy.
Professional Contributions and Initiatives
At UBS, Andres spearheaded the development of a comprehensive learning and mentorship program. This initiative involved establishing strategic learning partnerships and designing tailored curriculums to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members. His focus on user-centered product strategy and rigorous application of success metrics has been instrumental in ensuring that product iterations effectively address client needs.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Involvement
Andres Monsalve has participated as a Featured Speaker at Product School from 2019 to 2020, contributing to discussions on product management and digital strategy. His involvement in various roles across different organizations showcases his commitment to sharing knowledge and expertise within the industry.