Dante Vono
About Dante Vono
Dante Vono serves as the Director of User Experience at Zingtree, where he emphasizes simplicity and detail in design while advocating for customer success. With a diverse background in user experience across various companies, he is committed to continuous learning and efficiency in his work.
Work at Zingtree
Dante Vono serves as the Director of User Experience at Zingtree, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the user experience strategy for the Zingtree CX automation platform. His focus includes both tactical and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing user experience. Vono emphasizes simplicity and detail in design, ensuring that the user experience aligns with customer success while also meeting business objectives.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Before joining Zingtree, Dante Vono held several positions that contributed to his expertise in user experience design. He worked at MarketWatch as a Manager of User Experience Design from 2001 to 2005 and as a Designer from 2000 to 2001. He also served as Manager of Strategy & User Experience Design at Dow Jones from 2005 to 2010 and as Creative Director from 2010 to 2012. Vono spent a decade at Wolters Kluwer as a Senior User Experience Designer from 2012 to 2022, further solidifying his skills in the field.
Education and Expertise
Dante Vono studied at Drake University, where he achieved a degree in Journalism. He also attended the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor of Science in Design Communication. His educational background complements his diverse skill set, which includes user research, prototyping, usability testing, information architecture, copywriting, interaction design, and visual design.
Professional Philosophy
Dante Vono emphasizes a practical approach to design, advocating for simplicity and attention to detail. He believes in celebrating failure as a learning opportunity and takes responsibility for setbacks while deflecting praise to his team. Vono is committed to continuous learning in user experience and is fanatical about enhancing efficiency and productivity for customers, colleagues, and himself.
Early Career Background
Dante Vono's early career included a role as a Retail Salesworker at Toys R Us from 1993 to 1998. This experience provided him with foundational skills in customer interaction and service. His transition into design began with his positions at MarketWatch, where he started to develop his expertise in user experience.