Shane Ward

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About Shane Ward

Creative. Strategic. Human-centered. I’m a design leader with 20+ years of experience building digital products that make life easier and more delightful for the people who use them.Now at Storable as Manager of Product Design, I lead a fully remote team working across both B2B and B2C experiences in the self-storage space. My focus is building strong design culture, mentoring talented designers, and collaborating closely with product and engineering to ship meaningful solutions for operators and renters alike.Before joining Storable, I led UX at Sam’s Club where I focused on improving internal tools and workflows for merchants. I helped scale design practices, guided cross-functional teams, and built solutions that supported better decision-making across the business. I’ve also founded two design-driven startups: Empathly (AI-powered persona creation) and Brander Dash (on-demand design for nonprofits and small businesses).Design to me isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about impact, clarity, and inclusion. I care deeply about accessibility, thoughtful user research, and helping teams unlock their best ideas. As a dyslexic designer, I bring a unique empathy to every experience I help shape.Let’s connect if you’re into design systems, product strategy, or building design teams that care.