Ade-Lee Adebiyi

Ade-Lee Adebiyi is a distinguished Design Leader with over a decade of experience, currently serving as the Head of Design at SoPost. He is adept at building and scaling design teams, implementing robust design systems, and driving product strategy based on data-driven insights. His leadership is characterized by a focus on cross-functional collaboration and fostering environments where creative excellence can thrive. ade-lee+4

Beyond his corporate role, Ade-Lee is a passionate advocate for creative confidence and design thinking, evidenced by his co-founding of 'make it pop'. This initiative, featuring a popular design thinking card game and workshops, aims to demystify creativity and empower individuals and teams to approach problem-solving innovatively. He has presented these concepts at numerous conferences worldwide, including TEDx, UX Scotland, and Design Matters, highlighting his commitment to accessible design education. ade-lee+4

His career journey is a testament to diverse experiences, having worked across various sectors from education (Turnitin, University of Hull) to e-commerce (SaleCycle) and content management (Oak Intranet, Papertrail.io). He also has international experience, having lived in Japan as a child and taught English in China. Ade-Lee emphasizes empathy, communication, and practical soft skills, believing that creativity is a universal problem-solving tool applicable in any field. ade-lee+3

Ade-Lee is also a published author, with 'The Design Thinking Manga', which offers an engaging and accessible introduction to design thinking. This creative endeavor, coupled with his role as a UX/UI Design Mentor, underscores his dedication to sharing knowledge and inspiring the next generation of designers. amazon+3