I started designing as a teenager in southern Brazil—running my own studio before I even finished high school. That early entrepreneurial drive still fuels everything I do. Over the past 20+ years, I’ve led design at some of the world’s most influential companies—Meta, GE, Sony, Mercedes-Benz, Walmart—solving complex problems through simple, human-centered solutions. My journey has spanned continents and industries, but the goal’s always been the same: build strong teams, create work that matters, and keep learning. I’ve been fortunate to earn 50+ design awards, but what I value most is mentoring others and shaping teams that thrive. Summa Cum Laude from the University of San Francisco, 4.0 GPA in Information Systems. Still curious. Always hands-on. Always building. Portfolio: www.LeonardoSchneider.com
2021 — Now
San Francisco Bay Area
2019 — 2021
Houston, Texas
2016 — 2019
Houston, Texas Area
2013 — 2016
San Francisco Bay Area
2006 — 2013
Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area
2002 — 2006
2000 — 2001
1997 — 2000
Porto Alegre Area, Brazil
Feel free to contact me at leonardo@placeholder.flows.cv