# Ryan Welch > Lead Product Designer at Wells Fargo Location: San Francisco, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/ryanwelch I design AI-powered tools at Wells Fargo for Enterprise Risk, Audit, and Finance Technology (ERAFT), turning complex business problems into effective, user-centered solutions. I work closely with teams to build products that leverage AI and improve employee efficiency, drawing on my background in finance, education, and biotech. Outside of work, I’m usually chasing my toddler or golden retriever (or both). ## Work Experience ### Lead Product Designer @ Wells Fargo Jan 2025 – Present | Menlo Park, California, United States - Lead design of AI-powered enterprise tools for Risk, Audit, and Finance, improving employee efficiency and decision-making at scale - Translate complex business workflows into intuitive, AI-assisted experiences that streamline daily operations - Partner cross-functionally with product, engineering, and data teams to define strategy and ship scalable solutions - Drive adoption of emerging AI capabilities, integrating them into existing systems to reduce friction and increase productivity ### UX/UI Designer @ Transnetyx Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 - Designed a customer-facing savings calculator that enabled prospects to estimate ROI, increasing qualified leads and supporting sales conversion - Modernized the Colony lab management platform through UX and UI improvements, enhancing usability for research workflows - Collaborated with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to align product direction with user and business needs ### Curriculum/Graphic Designer @ San Francisco Unified School District Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 - Partnered with district leadership to define College & Career readiness goals and design a comprehensive curriculum framework - Created instructional materials (presentations, guides, handouts) to support scalable classroom implementation - Integrated digital tools to enhance engagement and improve learning outcomes ### UX/UI Design Mentor @ Avocademy (YC W22) Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 - Mentored aspiring designers through the end-to-end UX process on real client projects - Provided structured feedback on research, interaction design, and visual design to elevate student outcomes - Helped designers build confidence and develop industry-ready portfolios ### UX/UI Designer @ Truist Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 - Built and scaled a design system for Truist Long Game, improving design consistency and accelerating team velocity - Designed and delivered new product features in a fast-paced fintech innovation environment (Truist Foundry) - Provided data-informed UX recommendations to improve user engagement and product performance - Led Figma enablement as an ambassador, running weekly sessions to drive adoption and standardize best practices ### UX/UI Designer @ Uplift K12 Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 - Conducted end-to-end user research (interviews, observations, data analysis) to identify key pain points in teacher workflows - Redesigned onboarding experience, increasing teacher account creation and early engagement - Designed a new teacher dashboard to streamline lesson management and improve usability ### High School Educator @ San Francisco Unified School District Jan 2014 – Jan 2022 | San Francisco, CA - Designed and delivered curriculum for 150+ students annually, focusing on accessibility and differentiated learning - Used data-driven insights to assess student performance and continuously refine instructional strategies - Built inclusive classroom environments that supported diverse learning needs and improved student engagement ### Middle and High School Educator @ Nea Community Learning Center Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 | Alameda, CA - Designed and delivered project-based curriculum that emphasized collaboration and real-world problem solving - Fostered student engagement through hands-on learning experiences and interdisciplinary instruction - Supported diverse learners in developing critical thinking and communication skills ### Creative Services Contractor @ Unknown Jan 2010 – Jan 2013 | Tulare County, California, United States - Delivered end-to-end design solutions for educational and public sector clients, including branding, print, and digital media - Created logos, marketing materials, and video content to support organizational communication and outreach - Managed multiple client projects simultaneously, balancing creative direction with stakeholder needs ### Academic Advisor @ Mission Oak High School Jan 2010 – Jan 2012 | Tulare, CA - Developed and implemented academic intervention plans for underperforming students, supporting credit recovery and graduation progress - Managed a caseload of 30+ students annually, tracking progress and adapting strategies to individual needs - Collaborated with teachers and administrators to improve student outcomes ### Intern @ FableVision Jan 2010 – Jan 2010 | Boston, MA - Supported cross-functional media and design projects through research, testing, and content development - Conducted usability testing and compiled insights to inform product and design decisions - Assisted with editing, budgeting, and grant research across multiple initiatives ### Graduate Assistant @ Boston University Jan 2009 – Jan 2010 | Boston, MA - Provided technical and operational support for instructional media services used by faculty and students - Managed equipment setup, troubleshooting, and scheduling to ensure smooth delivery of learning resources - Supported integration of technology into classroom environments ### Apple Campus Representative @ Apple Jan 2006 – Jan 2009 | Fresno, CA - Led product demonstrations and campus events to promote Apple products and drive student engagement - Partnered with campus stakeholders and Apple teams to increase brand visibility and sales - Built relationships with student organizations to expand reach and adoption ## Education ### Single Subject Teaching Credential in Social Science San Francisco State University ### Master of Arts (MA) in Educational Media & Technology Boston University ### Bachelor's Degree in History California State University, Fresno ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ryanwelchux - Portfolio: https://ryanwelchux.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/ryanwelch JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/ryanwelch/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13