Lionel Gwasaze is a dynamic product designer specializing in creating user-centric digital experiences that drive business growth and enhance brand value. With a career spanning startups and global platforms, he has designed impactful solutions for fintech, health and wellness, and interactive media. Currently, as Head Designer at Alinea Invest, Lionel's designs increased revenue from $0 to $650K in six months and contributed to raising $3.4M in seed funding. His work has also driven app downloads from 50K to over 250K through strategic design aligned with viral marketing efforts.

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Previously, at Breathwrk, Lionel elevated the app’s user experience, increasing engagement rates to 82% and earning the Google Play Best of 2022 Award for Personal Growth. His tenure at Verve Search showcased his versatility, producing award-winning interactive campaigns featured in The Guardian, BBC, and Forbes, collectively reaching over 30 million views. Across roles, Lionel has demonstrated expertise in user research, wireframing, and UX/UI design while mentoring junior designers and fostering collaborative innovation.

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Lionel’s strength lies in translating complex challenges into intuitive, visually compelling solutions. With a foundation in computer science and civil engineering, he brings a unique perspective to problem-solving. His creative contributions continue to shape the digital experiences of tomorrow. Explore his portfolio at gwasaze.com.