Jan Michael

I’m a Fractional Product Design Leader.

I help growing companies turn product ambiguity into clear strategy, scalable systems, and shipped work that holds up as their businesses evolve.

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  • Lead

    Build focused teams with clear direction, shared ownership, and strong design standards.

  • Shape

    Turn ambiguity into product strategy, design systems, and practical execution plans.

  • Align

    Bring stakeholders, designers, and engineers around the decisions that move work forward.

  • Scale

    Create repeatable systems that help teams move faster without losing quality.

  • Guide

    Coach people through critique, growth, and the habits that make excellent work sustainable.

  • “Jan taught our team the product design process with patience and professionalism, helping us craft products that met stakeholder and user needs.”

    Blake Spears, Product Manager

  • “Jan turned complex requirements into intuitive, practical designs and a design system that improved consistency and accessibility across applications.”

    Dean Long, Principal Developer

  • “Jan’s optimism, meticulous craft, and creative vision raised the quality of our products and the standard for design excellence on the team.”

    D. Danielle Shafer, Head of Design

  • “Jan translates complex business problems into innovative design solutions and inspires teams to deliver exceptional user experiences.”

    Vinesha Perera, CPO

  • “Jan develops people with high expectations, frequent feedback, patience, and the kind of support that leaves others inspired.”

    Isabella Bice, Product Designer

  • “Jan’s leadership was transformative in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment and motivating people across the organization to get involved.”

    Sebastien Meiller, Account Director

  • “Jan drives inclusive experiences with a strong design background and a willingness to give and receive critique in pursuit of better work.”

    Michael Poulter, Sr. Product Designer

  • “Jan is a thoughtful, knowledgeable UX designer who leads, serves, mentors others, and helps teams move their work forward.”

    Justin Jolley, Director of UX

  • “Jan Michael is bright, tactful, talented, and deeply dedicated to continuous improvement.”

    Alisha Wheatley, VP

  • “Jan has tremendous vision, the skills to realize it, and the drive to carry important projects from inception to execution.”

    Philip Laffey, Sr. Counsel

  • “Jan brings the knowledge, resources, empathy, and skill to be an inspiring and effective mentor.”

    Israel Gutierrez, Product Designer

  • “Jan helps people make sense of complex problems, stay organized, and adapt with confidence when plans change.”

    Jessica Longley, UX/UI Designer

  • “Jan leads with thoughtfulness, creativity, passion, and true servant leadership.”

    Jonathan Olinger, Deputy Counsel

  • “Jan Michael has a keen eye for modern design and is innovative, professional, and a pleasure to collaborate with.”

    Amy Finder, Designer

  • “Jan is a rare developer with design skills, strong problem-solving instincts, and the desire to do great work.”

    Christopher Nolen, Creative Director

  • “Jan steps up when needed, serves clients well, and would be an asset to any team.”

    Liz Vasquez Fehler, Sr. Marketer

  • “Jan is easy to collaborate with, top tier in programming and design, and enriches any team he joins.”

    Kerick Howlett, Sr. Engineer

  • “Jan works hard, moves efficiently, and takes time to coach and teach others.”

    Ani Patrick, Marketing Manager

  • “Jan Michael has the rare ability to move seamlessly between creative, analytical, and technical thinking.”

    Elizabeth Scott Robertson, Marketing Lead

  • “Jan brings positive energy to collaboration and consistently delivers work that exceeds client expectations.”

    Christopher Lush, Sr. Product Manager

  • “Jan combines strong development skills, a keen eye for design, excellent communication, and outstanding organization.”

    Jef DeWitt, Engineer

  • “Jan makes complex design work approachable, collaborative, and easy for clients to understand.”

    Lindsey Burke, Founder

  • “Jan blends design, development, brand strategy, and detail-oriented execution to help clients grow their presence.”

    Michael Cruz, IT Manager

  • “Jan-Michael combines visual creativity and code-writing skill with the drive to take a vision and run with it.”

    Brittany Robinson, Sr. Designer

Portrait of Jan Michael

I’m a builder at heart. I’ve spent the past 20+ years helping startups turn ambitious ideas into products that people love. When I’m not working, you’ll find me exploring new destinations, participating in philanthropy, raising my four kids, and chasing that next good cup of coffee.

Let's build something great

I’m always open to discovering new opportunities and exciting new teams to work with.

For project inquiries, collaborations, or professional conversations, email me directly at hello@janmichael.io.

You can also connect with me on LinkedIn.