Zachary Breakstone
About Zachary Breakstone
Zachary Breakstone is a Lead Product Designer currently at Klaviyo in Denver, Colorado. He has a diverse background in product design and support engineering, with experience at companies such as HubSpot and TowerIQ.
Current Role as Lead Product Designer
Zachary Breakstone currently serves as the Lead Product Designer at Klaviyo, a role he has held since 2023. He works in Denver, Colorado, where he leads design initiatives and contributes to the product development process. His responsibilities include overseeing design strategies and ensuring that user experience is prioritized in product offerings.
Experience at Klaviyo
Zachary Breakstone has a significant tenure at Klaviyo, where he initially worked as a Product Designer from 2019 to 2020. He then advanced to the position of Senior Product Designer from 2020 to 2023, accumulating three years of experience in this role. His time at Klaviyo has involved contributions to various design projects, reflecting his growth within the organization.
Background in Product Design and Engineering
Zachary Breakstone has a diverse background that includes both product design and support engineering. He began his career as a Marketing Intern at pureSilicon and later transitioned to HubSpot, where he held several roles, including Senior Support Engineer and Design Specialist. This combination of experiences has provided him with a strong technical foundation and a customer-focused approach.
Educational Background
Zachary Breakstone studied at Babson College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management with a focus on Technology Entrepreneurship and Design, Marketing from 2009 to 2013. He also attended General Assembly in 2017, where he studied User Experience Design. His educational background supports his expertise in product design and user experience.
Career Progression and Adaptability
Zachary Breakstone's career reflects a significant progression from support engineering to product design. His roles at TowerIQ as a Product Designer and Founding Employee, along with his various positions at HubSpot, demonstrate his adaptability in different work environments, including both Boston, Massachusetts, and Denver, Colorado.