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Design Better

Lynsey Thornton: Inside Shopify’s growth, re-organization, and design system

Mar 18, 2018
Lynsey Thornton, Shopify's VP of UX and Core Product, shares insights on scaling a company, leadership development, and the challenges of reorganization in design teams. They discuss the importance of design systems and the benefits of Shopify's Polaris Design System, including speeding up prototyping and focusing on big problems rather than UI details.
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  • Hiring and nurturing talent is crucial for scaling a company and designing products at scale.
  • Leadership training in the design industry is essential to support designers transitioning into management roles and drive organizational growth.

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Scaling a Company: From Startup to 3000+ Members

Over the last 10 years, Shopify has experienced immense growth, expanding from a five-person startup to a team of over 3,000 individuals. Lindsey Thornton, VP of user experience, discusses the challenges of scaling a company and building a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. She emphasizes the importance of hiring and nurturing talent to meet the demands of designing products at scale.

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