Hi, I'm Eliana!

Design Leader

I have over 7+ years of experience steering the end-to-end design process in complex problem spaces such as Fintech, Civic Tech, and Ed Tech.

I have expertise taking startups from 0-1 as well as helping scale design teams during fast company growth.

Featured work.

A system of interconnected portals

Managed a team of 7 designers as we created 4 different interconnected portals for a tax service platform.
Mobile
Web responsive
Team lead
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Gamifying civic engagement

Led team of 4 to create MVP for startup incentivizing civic engagement in youth through gamification techniques and creating a data marketplace.
Mobile app
React native
Team lead
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Other fun side projects.

Mapping the women's health ecosystem

Maps are not the territory, but they sure help in navigation. In my research on women's health, I've been mapping out (at a high level), the different journeys women go through, throughout the different stages of their lives (from first menstruation to fertility, pregnancy, and menopause) and the different players serving each stage.

Connecting craft SMBs to resources

There are a myriad of non-profits specialized in helping SMBs at different stages, but it's overwhelming for SMBs to know where to go. With the Global Shapers Miami, and local partners, I'm leading an initiative to build a Gen AI-enabled chatbot that will help SMBs navigate to the appropriate resource for them.

Beyond product life.

We work with full people, not just product robots -for now at least. So here's a fuller picture of me outside of my work and resume:

I believe in living life with balanced intensity, which means savoring every moment, pushing myself, and going off on adventures...while being in bed by 9 pm.

Fun Facts

• I'm a certified yoga teacher
• I speak 4 languages + have lived in 3 different countries
• I have over 10 nieces + nephews - it's a party!
‍• I am fiercely committed to empowering women

Hobbies

• I'm a runner + a yogi
• I can spend hours just reading
• I love to explore new foods. Food = love language
• Volunteering with the Global Shapers Community
• Holding spaces for wellness and self-growth
• Exploring this beautiful planet we live in

What others say about me

Hear it directly from some of the awesome people I've had the fortune of working with

"I always feel heard and like my opinion matters -- You fostered such a great, safe environment for collaboration and feedback, and this team would not run smoothly without you!"

Raleigh Varga

Senior Content Designer, Innovation Refunds

"Eliana's expertise played a crucial role in enhancing the user experience of our projects.I was consistently impressed by her ability to navigate complex design challenges with creativity and precision. Her collaborative approach and effective communication made her an invaluable asset to our team."

Travis Freeman

Senior UX Designer, Innovation Refunds

"Eliana's secret to success is a deep fundamental understanding of one thing: getting to the why of a customer. Her designs always speak to the research (which she will ask for so be prepared) and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. I'm excited to see her grow."

Diego Chacon

Product Manager, Saatva

build thoughtfully
and with intention, always

Lets connect 🤍