I'm a Principal Product Designer with nearly 20 years of experience shaping thoughtful, high-impact digital experiences. I've led and managed cross-functional teams, scaled 0→1 products, and helped organizations navigate complexity with clarity and momentum.
Before working in tech, I ran my own design studio — an experience that sharpened my instincts for strategy, storytelling, and execution. I'm also a fine art photographer and writer, bringing a multidisciplinary lens to every product I touch. I care deeply about craft, collaboration, and building things that last.
Let’s connect — email me to discuss opportunities or request
a CV.
Experience
Yahoo Finance, Principal Product Designer
Apr 2023 – current
University of San Francisco, Advisor Women in Leadership Program
Apr 2025 – current
NerdWallet, Lead Product Designer
Dec 2020 – Sept 2022
NerdWallet, Sr. Product Designer
Aug 2018 – Dec 2020
Bolton Design
Owner and Design Director
Mar 2006 – Aug 2018
Linked In
Speaking
SF Design Week 2022
Panel
AIGA/LA Open House
Panel
Apple AIGA/LA Pro Sessions: Design Remixed
Panel
Publications
On Medium @tlbolton
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