The product strategy & design studio of Ben Hernández.

Design + Product

Hi I’m Ben Hernández—neurodivergent, startup-hardened, and deeply obsessed with building teams and products that actually move the needle. I have a bias for action, a knack for cutting through the noise, and a relentless push for great over perfect—because perfect never ships.

 

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Check-out my latest writings, podcast episodes, and other original content.

 
 

Core Values: 2025 Edition

Over the years, while building out teams and developing standards that help my designers collaborate with folks from several different backgrounds, it became clear that one very important factor was always up for debate: what “good design” actually was for our organization…

 

CARMEL UX

Over the years, while building out teams and developing standards that help my designers collaborate with folks from several different backgrounds, it became clear that one very important factor was always up for debate: what “good design” actually was for our organization…

 

4. Joyful Design

...and I'm back after a long hiatus!

In this episode, I have a great conversation with Product Innovation and Joyful Design Thinking leader Himanshu Bharadwaj about his unique perspective on being a designer and finding joy in his occupation.

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Some snippets of work that I have personally or my teams have done under my leadership. I can provide more detailed case studies available upon request.

 

If you’re interested in collaborarting, coaching or having me speak at your event, shoot let me know.