Hardy Hyppolite

As an accomplished professional with a diverse background in design, I've spearheaded transformative digital experiences at top-tier companies like Oracle, Godiva, and MICROS. My expertise spans from initiating page layout design to mastering digital design, with a proven track record in creative direction, mobile apps, and e-commerce. My leadership has nurtured design talent and fostered stakeholder collaboration, driving innovation and excellence in cloud applications and POS systems. My journey reflects a commitment to elevating user experiences and a readiness to lead any global marketplace vision.

Projects

Simphony Essentials POS

Built from the ground, up, Simphony Essentials POS is designed to meet the needs of growing businesses. What you see below are high fidelity wireframes. I prefer to show the stakeholders designs that are closer to what will be the finished product.See More

Work History

Principal UX/UI Designer

Data Recognition Corporation (DRC)Led the development of a unified design language across customer-facing and internal applications, enhancing user experience and interface consistency, by leveraging Figma and cross-functional collaboration. Spearheaded the design and implementation of a comprehensive design system, including components, icons, and interactions, which improved design team efficiency and accelerated project timelines. Fostered strategic partnerships with stakeholders and engineering teams to ensure seamless design-to-development transitions, resulting in an increase in project delivery efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Founder & Creative Director

THOUGHTS® BourbonPioneered the strategic development of THOUGHTS® Bourbon, a multi-award-winning brand, reflecting 30 years of design industry leadership. This involved meticulous crafting of brand elements, from press kits to social media ads, demonstrating a profound commitment to creativity, mindfulness, and community engagement. Led cross-functional teams to innovate and execute comprehensive brand strategies, enhancing THOUGHTS®'s market presence and customer experience. This collaborative approach ensured seamless integration of design and business objectives, fostering stakeholder satisfaction. Cultivated a culture of excellence and innovation within the design team, mentoring emerging talent and driving the brand to achieve and surpass its strategic goals. This leadership role underscored my ability to guide teams in a competitive and ever-evolving digital landscape, preparing me to lead global marketplace visions.

Senior UX/UI Designer

OracleSep 2006 - Jun 2020 • 13 yrs 10 mosLed the creation of innovative design concepts across diverse platforms including mobile, tablet, responsive, cloud, POS systems, and handheld devices, enhancing user engagement and brand consistency. Spearheaded the development and maintenance of a comprehensive design system using Axure, Sketch, and Figma, which streamlined design processes and improved project delivery efficiency. Collaborated closely with stakeholders and participated in usability testing with end-users, ensuring designs met strategic business objectives and user needs, leading to an increase in stakeholder satisfaction.

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Human-Computer Interaction for UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction for UX Design2018

Oracle University

Certificate, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)2017

New York University

Certificate, 2D Design Principals2010

Graphic Communication Arts

High School Diploma, Art, Advertising & Design1987 - 1991

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