Kathryn Paletta

Design Leader crafting simple and effective solutions for complex systems.

I’m a UX and Design leader with experience in enterprise business, small businesses, govtech, and marketing agencies. I specialize in enterprise products, branding, and Human-Centered Design (HCD), creating intuitive solutions that simplify complex systems.

My background began in Fine Art and Portraiture before I pivoted to UX and HCD at Purchase College. Since then, I’ve worked across startups, small businesses, and government projects, blending design, strategy, and technology to drive impactful user experiences.

Beyond design, I’m passionate about third spaces, the importance of eye contact (primarily how that will continue to evolve in the post-covid and increasingly remote age), reducing waste, and making more time for life, love, and community.

When I'm not working;

If you can't find me at my computer, I'm either drawing, reading, biking, running, hiking, gaming, re-watching Lord of the Rings extended edition, or enjoying a coffee at one of my favorite coffeeshops.

I have spent many years searching for myself and pushing my limits... once upon a time I was not a runner- in March 2023 I completed my first timed half-marathon :)