Marcel took the time to deeply understand those limitations and used them as design parameters rather than roadblocks. The result: he helped shape some of the core experiences Virtru is recognized for in the industry. He proved that even the hardest parts of data protection — decryption flows and seamless secure transitions — don't have to feel hard to users.

As Virtru for Desktop evolved, Marcel was a reliable partner in working through design decisions, refining the user experience, and navigating the inevitable tradeoffs that come with bringing a product from an early concept to GA. He'd be a strong addition to any team looking for a UX leader who is collaborative, dependable, and deeply invested in the quality of the product.

With Marcel on board, expect order, positivity, and tangible outcomes. Marcel assumed a pivotal role in advancing the UX maturity and operational processes within the Crunchyroll Product Design Team. Over a span of two years, we achieved a remarkable 40% increase in team productivity while simultaneously elevating the standard of UX and UI quality.

Marcel is one of those rare designers who genuinely bridges the gap between design and engineering. What impressed me most was his commitment to user testing. He built interactive prototypes, ran structured usability sessions with real users, synthesized findings, and presented them with clear recommendations.

Marcel is detail-oriented, thorough, and reliable. His dedication was invaluable in the team delivering high-quality work and executing on time. While he managed the teams and process with a strict standard for quality, he brought a human touch that earned him the trust of the designers.

Marcel's structured approach and organizational genius are unparalleled, allowing him to consolidate complex projects and streamline workflows under one cohesive umbrella. As a leader, Marcel possesses a rare understanding of individual preferences and strengths, empowering each team member to reach their full potential.

Marcel thoroughly customized each practice which aligned dependency mapping with engineering, delivered transparency, enabled tradeoff discussions, and ultimately optimized throughput. The Design team success can be attributed to Marcel's efforts!

Marcel provides clear and actionable direction not only to his team but also to stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned and working towards a common goal. His communication skills are top-notch, and he consistently delivers precise guidance that drives projects forward efficiently and effectively. Under Marcel's leadership, the team's productivity and creativity soared.

Marcel was a pleasure to work with launching PeerSpace's mobile-first marketplace for non-overnight space rentals. He is an exceptional UX designer who brilliantly balances creativity with pragmatism. His ability to optimize for mobile screens while ensuring customers quickly grasp content is remarkable.

Marcel is a true professional. Drawing on decades of experience in design with numerous companies, he knows how to contribute in a team environment. Most importantly, he cares deeply about the projects he works on and the people involved in those projects. He wants to produce work that both he and his clients are happy with, even if it means working under tight deadlines.