👋 Hello, I'm Sunit.

Product Design Leader, exceptional in design craft and scaling multidisciplinary design teams. 

Currently based in Singapore and leading design team at SPH (Singapore Press Holdings) as Dy. Head of design.

About me

With 16 years of experience in product and design, I have successfully taken products from 0 to 1, embracing the "minimum valuable product to product-market fit" approach across diverse industries. eCommerce, Media, and Automotive.

My journey has taken me from designer to product manager, then product designer, and ultimately, an entrepreneur. I’m well-versed in big picture thinking but can dive into the smallest design details. Now, I contribute to the digital transformation of a publishing house, approaching it with an entrepreneurial mindset.

My Belief

In the rapidly changing landscape of technology and user behavior, the role of designers has become more rigorous, intellectual, and meaningful. I firmly believe in empowering the team, fostering efficiency, nurturing visionary thinking, and driving growth—all while maintaining a strong culture and core values.

Core principles I uphold:

  • Delivering an exceptional omni-channel experience to users across various touch-points.

  • Cultivating a customer-centric mindset, obsessing over their needs and delivering solutions that exceed their expectations.

  • Emphasizing a people-first approach, valuing and nurturing the growth and well-being of the team.

  • Continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation, exploring new possibilities, and challenging the status quo.

My experience

  • As a design leader, I have played a pivotal role in driving digital transformation within the organization by collaborating closely with senior leadership. My efforts have been focused on advocating for a user-centered design culture across different teams, ensuring that the needs and preferences of users are at the forefront of our product development process. I have been responsible for delivering UX strategies that have successfully enhanced the user experience of various publication products and experiments. Through workshops and effective project management, I have facilitated the adoption of UX best practices and ensured that project timelines are met. Leading a talented and diverse team of over 30 Product Designers, Researchers, and Creative Technologists, including lead designers and researchers, I have fostered a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and the delivery of exceptional user experiences.

  • As the cross-platform UX design leader, my responsibility revolves around shaping Spuul's user journey, encompassing everything from the initial introduction and onboarding to a user's first subscription and ongoing engagement. By leveraging profound user insights and aligning with business objectives, I have driven Spuul's product re-design strategy and delivery processes. Moreover, I actively mentor fellow team designers, ensuring their growth and development within the organization.

  • In my role, I took charge of defining the roadmap, roles, and responsibilities for both the Product and Design teams, ensuring clarity and alignment. I fostered a culture of contribution and collaboration, empowering team members to effectively scale their efforts. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in delivering a cohesive and unified set of guidelines and components library for HUD's experience, streamlining the design process and enhancing consistency. Furthermore, I spearheaded the establishment of a distinctive product identity for Exploride, working closely with third-party firms to oversee marketing initiatives, video production, and in-product illustrations. By carefully managing these aspects, we were able to create a compelling and cohesive brand presence for Exploride.

  • As Senior Manager of Design at CarWale, I spearheaded a dynamic team of UX Designers, Interface Designers, and Graphic Designers. Our mission was to revolutionize the Automotive industry by crafting immersive experiences that empowered users to make informed decisions when purchasing their dream car.

Want more details? Check out my Résumé

My superpowers

My top superpowers help me to stay focused to achieve my goals


1. Bringing clarity on complicated initiatives 🌼


3. Advocating and leveling up UX maturity 🧠


2. Building happy teams for growth 🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏾


4. Collaboration through Workshopping and Brainstorming 📝


5. Strong Business and Technology understanding 🔬


Motivation

How I keep myself motivated? 💪

Adaptability and a thirst for knowledge are essential leadership qualities.

  • Acquired a UX certification with a Management and Research Specialization from NN/G, further enhancing expertise in user experience.

  • Pursued an MSc in Innovation from HEC Paris to explore the intersection of business and its impact on the design and innovation process.

I’m a global mentor, 🫱‍🫲 tutor, and coach to help designers to grow! but why mentoring?

Better design community

Outside of work, I'd like to use my leadership skills to improve people's lives by offering better advise. It also provides me with an intrinsic incentive to help others.

Self awareness

Mentoring is a fantastic way to extend my horizons and learn about what's going on in various domains. This will enable you to make better informed and comprehensive selections

Empowering beyond design

I'd want to combine my bachelor's degree in business with a master's degree in innovation to educate emerging designers how to solve business challenges.

Panel discussion
Figma Config, Singapore 2023

Portfolio review and personal branding
Academic teaching 2023

White boarding and concept designs
Academic teaching 2023

Impact of design management
Savvy UX Summit 2022

Effective Design Ops and Management CuriousCore 2021, Singapore

Designing Strategies for Startups
Nextbigwhat 2016, India

Events and talks

Let's build something awesome *

Let's build something awesome *