Michael Laborde
Architecting Scalable Design Systems & High-Performance Digital Products
I am a Senior Systems and UX/UI Designer with more than 15 years of experience architecting high-performance digital products, scalable design systems, and conversion-focused web ecosystems. My career has been defined by a rare dual capability: the ability to command a premium visual aesthetic while deeply understanding the technical logic required to build it. I don't just push pixels; I engineer production-ready component libraries, global token frameworks, and intuitive user experiences that bridge the gap between creative teams and software engineering. From enterprise multi-site rollouts to advanced B2B platforms, I translate complex business requirements into elegant, deterministic design infrastructure.
At the core of my design philosophy is the belief that great design must be entirely accountable to business outcomes. Whether I am leveraging AI analytics to build advanced tracking dashboards, structuring a massive multi-lingual database, or optimizing a high-velocity e-commerce funnel, every decision is rooted in user psychology and conversion rate optimization (CRO). I excel in fast-paced, agile environments where I can lead cross-functional conversations, align stakeholders, and establish a clear technical tone that eliminates operational friction. For me, a successful design system is a living, organic asset—built to slash development timelines today, while seamlessly scaling to support a brand’s digital evolution years down the road.
Professional Milestones & Legacy
Enterprise Scale
Enterprise Architected and modernized a rapid-deployment Figma-to-WordPress system that compressed agency web lifecycles from 24 weeks down to 8–12 weeks.
Multi-Site Ecosystems
Engineered a scalable franchisee web framework deployed across 350+ regional sub-sites for an international brand.
B2B & White-Label Products
Designed multi-tenant casino player portals natively integrated with proprietary CRM systems across web and mobile configurations.
Enterprise Scale
Enterprise Architected and modernized a rapid-deployment Figma-to-WordPress system that compressed agency web lifecycles from 24 weeks down to 8–12 weeks.
High-Authority Media Brands
Directed omni-channel branding, media kits, and promotional video frameworks to propel corporate executives up national bestseller charts.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Spent 15+ years leading design execution, facilitating stakeholder discovery, and managing cross-functional product alignments.
Core Competencies
UX/UI Product Architecture: End-to-end experience strategy, rapid prototyping, wireframing, and interactive system wireframes.
Design System Engineering: Advanced Figma variable implementation, semantic tokenization, reusable component libraries, and rigid documentation.
Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO): High-velocity B2B/B2C lead generation, data-driven user paths, and frictionless checkout/intake funnels.
Technical Dev Alignment: Deep understanding of front-end web standards (HTML/CSS) and layout mechanics to guarantee clean developer handoff.
Data & Analytics Integration: Designing interfaces optimized for complex tracking scripts, CRM/CMS platforms, and AI-driven metrics.
Professional Certifications
At the core of my design philosophy is the belief that great design must be entirely accountable to business outcomes. Whether I am leveraging AI analytics to build advanced tracking dashboards, structuring a massive multi-lingual database, or optimizing a high-velocity e-commerce funnel, every decision is rooted in user psychology and conversion rate optimization (CRO). I excel in fast-paced, agile environments where I can lead cross-functional conversations, align stakeholders, and establish a clear technical tone that eliminates operational friction. For me, a successful design system is a living, organic asset—built to slash development timelines today, while seamlessly scaling to support a brand’s digital evolution years down the road.




