Top Talent like Isaak are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Isaak Hayes

Product Designer •
Product Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
UX Strategy
Pitch Decks
Design Thinking
Design Strategy
Journey Mapping
Figma
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Hiring
Growth
Onboarding
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Visionary Entrepreneur | Founder & CEO
Isaak is a visionary entrepreneur and leader with a rich background in graphic design and illustration, having studied at Western Washington University and San Jose State University. He is the founder and CEO of Nafasi Connection in Nairobi, Kenya, a dynamic workspace supporting tech startups through mentorship and collaboration. Isaak also co-founded Kitrel LLC, where he leads product strategy and operations, fostering a culture of innovation in the relationship industry. His experience includes serving as a strategic advisor for Earthtones Global Music App, supporting independent musicians worldwide. Previously, Isaak was a product designer at Facebook, where he led significant projects like Meta.com Help and Confetti, enhancing online advertising and user engagement. His diverse expertise and leadership have consistently driven growth and innovation across various sectors.

Work History

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Founder

Nafasi ConnectionAs the CEO and founder of Nafasi Connection in Nairobi, Kenya, Isaak has created a vibrant and forward-thinking business initiative tailored for entrepreneurs and professionals within the tech industry. Nafasi serves as a dynamic workspace where startups receive support and mentorship to thrive. Isaak's leadership at Nafasi is facilitating the growth of numerous startups, driving innovation, and fostering a community of collaboration and entrepreneurship in the heart of Nairobi's bustling tech ecosystem.
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Co-Founder

Kitrel LLCAs a co-founder at Kitrel LLC, our mission is to create a lasting impact in the relationship industry. I serve as the leader of our product strategy and operations, driving visionary solutions that deeply resonate with our customers and fuel growth. My role encompasses the orchestration of global teams and offices, ensuring seamless workflows, cultivating organizational efficiency, and fostering a culture of boundless collaboration. Together, we're building a brighter and more interconnected future.
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Product Designer

FacebookAug 2016 - Dec 2022 • 6 yrs 5 mosLed the successful rollout of Meta.com Help and the implementation of App Events and Facebook Pixel, which enabled marketers to map user events with automation. Launched the interactive video platform Confetti globally, reaching 400 million viewers per month and 75 million daily video views on Facebook. Developed deep expertise in online advertising through hands-on experience in various projects. Mentored the Singapore design team and led improvements to design processes to ensure high-quality work. Built strong teamwork and collaboration among engineering, project management, and design teams to efficiently ship high-quality products.
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Strategic Advisor

EARTHTONES GLOBAL MUSIC APPServed as an advisor for a global music app, assisting with product and marketing strategies and contributing expertise in product development and marketing. Helped a micro concert livestreaming app and interactive social network, designed for independent music creators and fans around the globe, grow and achieve its mission of supporting independent musicians and engaging fans through innovative technology.
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Founder at Antler (Antler Singapore)

AntlerJan 2023 - Oct 2023 • 10 mosAs a founder at Antler Singapore, likely contributed to the development and growth of startup initiatives, providing strategic guidance and fostering innovation.

Education

W

Western Washington University

Art, Graphic Design2000 - 2004
S

San Jose State University

Illustration, Fine Arts1997 - 2000
J

James Logan High School

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Visionary Entrepreneur | Founder & CEO
Isaak is a visionary entrepreneur and leader with a rich background in graphic design and illustration, having studied at Western Washington University and San Jose State University. He is the founder and CEO of Nafasi Connection in Nairobi, Kenya, a dynamic workspace supporting tech startups through mentorship and collaboration. Isaak also co-founded Kitrel LLC, where he leads product strategy and operations, fostering a culture of innovation in the relationship industry. His experience includes serving as a strategic advisor for Earthtones Global Music App, supporting independent musicians worldwide. Previously, Isaak was a product designer at Facebook, where he led significant projects like Meta.com Help and Confetti, enhancing online advertising and user engagement. His diverse expertise and leadership have consistently driven growth and innovation across various sectors.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Isaak are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Isaak Hayes

Product Designer •
Product Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
UX Strategy
Pitch Decks
Design Thinking
Design Strategy
Journey Mapping
Figma
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Hiring
Growth
Onboarding
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

N

Founder

Nafasi ConnectionAs the CEO and founder of Nafasi Connection in Nairobi, Kenya, Isaak has created a vibrant and forward-thinking business initiative tailored for entrepreneurs and professionals within the tech industry. Nafasi serves as a dynamic workspace where startups receive support and mentorship to thrive. Isaak's leadership at Nafasi is facilitating the growth of numerous startups, driving innovation, and fostering a community of collaboration and entrepreneurship in the heart of Nairobi's bustling tech ecosystem.
K

Co-Founder

Kitrel LLCAs a co-founder at Kitrel LLC, our mission is to create a lasting impact in the relationship industry. I serve as the leader of our product strategy and operations, driving visionary solutions that deeply resonate with our customers and fuel growth. My role encompasses the orchestration of global teams and offices, ensuring seamless workflows, cultivating organizational efficiency, and fostering a culture of boundless collaboration. Together, we're building a brighter and more interconnected future.
F

Product Designer

FacebookAug 2016 - Dec 2022 • 6 yrs 5 mosLed the successful rollout of Meta.com Help and the implementation of App Events and Facebook Pixel, which enabled marketers to map user events with automation. Launched the interactive video platform Confetti globally, reaching 400 million viewers per month and 75 million daily video views on Facebook. Developed deep expertise in online advertising through hands-on experience in various projects. Mentored the Singapore design team and led improvements to design processes to ensure high-quality work. Built strong teamwork and collaboration among engineering, project management, and design teams to efficiently ship high-quality products.
E

Strategic Advisor

EARTHTONES GLOBAL MUSIC APPServed as an advisor for a global music app, assisting with product and marketing strategies and contributing expertise in product development and marketing. Helped a micro concert livestreaming app and interactive social network, designed for independent music creators and fans around the globe, grow and achieve its mission of supporting independent musicians and engaging fans through innovative technology.
A

Founder at Antler (Antler Singapore)

AntlerJan 2023 - Oct 2023 • 10 mosAs a founder at Antler Singapore, likely contributed to the development and growth of startup initiatives, providing strategic guidance and fostering innovation.

Education

W

Western Washington University

Art, Graphic Design2000 - 2004
S

San Jose State University

Illustration, Fine Arts1997 - 2000
J

James Logan High School

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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