Katie Elander
About Katie Elander
Katie Elander is a Senior Product Designer currently working at TaxBit in Denver, Colorado. She has a diverse background in user experience and product design, with previous roles at companies such as Bazaarvoice, Repeat, and OTG Management.
Current Role at TaxBit
Katie Elander serves as a Senior Product Designer at TaxBit since 2022. In this role, she focuses on designing solutions that address complex problems in the B2B space. She employs thorough user research to inform her design decisions, ensuring that the products meet user needs effectively. Her work is characterized by a highly collaborative approach, allowing her to build strong relationships with both clients and team members.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Before joining TaxBit, Katie Elander held several positions in product design. She worked as a Senior Product Designer at Repeat for four months in 2021, and at Bazaarvoice from 2018 to 2021, where she contributed to the creation and management of a design system using the Atomic Design Methodology. Additionally, she was a Product Designer at VisitDays for one year from 2017 to 2018, and prior to that, she worked as a User Experience Associate at OTG Management from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background
Katie Elander studied at Lafayette College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and Art from 2011 to 2015. She also attended Stellenbosch University for 11 months in 2014, focusing on Interdisciplinary Studies. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in product design, blending psychological insights with artistic principles.
Internships and Early Career
Katie Elander's early career included various internships that contributed to her professional development. She interned at Atlantic Health in 2013 for two months and at AT&T as a Product Marketing Intern in 2014. Additionally, she worked as a Marketing Intern at CFO Design, LLC in 2012. These experiences helped her gain valuable skills and insights into user experience and product marketing.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional work, Katie Elander enjoys discovering new music on Spotify. She is also an avid skier and hiker, taking advantage of the outdoor opportunities available in Colorado. She has a chocolate lab named Dennis, who is part of her personal life.