Hello!

I'm Derya—a product designer with a diverse background. My work is centered around delivering strategic value by helping users become more productive and engaged, especially when working with complex tools.

I thrive on growth and am always seeking new challenges. This drive has led me to diverse professional experiences throughout my career.

At Boeing, I collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline complex processes and improve the usability of advanced tools and services. As a marketing leader, I developed strategies to attract and retain clients. My entrepreneurial spirit drove me to start an air taxi company to enhance rental airplane services. As a retail merchandising manager, I learned the art of creating captivating in-store experiences. My role as VP of a nonprofit charity allowed me to make a meaningful impact on the lives of immigrant women. At Amazon, I became deeply invested in improving the candidate experience as part of the recruiting team.

I've discovered my passion lies in solving increasingly complex problems and crafting simple, intuitive experiences for people. I am enthusiastic about connecting people with technology, and my dedication to this mission grows daily.

When I’m not immersed in design or learning something new, you can find me conducting stand-ups with my pets, seeking out adrenaline-fueled activities, or indulging my inner croissant connoisseur.

I’d love to collaborate, bounce ideas around, or just have coffee and chat.