Michael Laborde

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About

Me

Me

Architecting Scalable Design Systems & High-Performance Digital Products

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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.

Areas of Focus

If you look at my trajectory, you’ll find a massive concentration of my gray matter dedicated to these two high-stakes verticals. I don’t just know these spaces; I know how their customers tick and where their conversions leak.

Redefining the Digital Curb Appeal

From dispatch logistics to rapid multi-brand digital rollouts, I’ve spent years designing under the hood of the home services engine. I specialize in turning complex multi-user workflows (think frantic homeowners) into smooth, high-converting pipelines.

Elevating the Digital Floor Experience

On the other side of the token, I’ve immersed myself in the fast-paced world of resorts & casino gaming. In this arena, design is an emotional currency. I focus on building brand cohesion and frictionless portals that keep users engaged & fiercely loyal.

Areas of Focus

If you look at my trajectory, you’ll find a massive concentration of my gray matter dedicated to these two high-stakes verticals. I don’t just know these spaces; I know how their customers tick and where their conversions leak.

Redefining the Digital Curb Appeal

Elevating the Digital Floor Experience

Areas of Focus

If you look at my trajectory, you’ll find a massive concentration of my gray matter dedicated to these two high-stakes verticals. I don’t just know these spaces; I know how their customers tick and where their conversions leak.

Redefining the Digital Curb Appeal

From dispatch logistics to rapid multi-brand digital rollouts, I’ve spent years designing under the hood of the home services engine. I specialize in turning complex multi-user workflows (think frantic homeowners) into smooth, high-converting pipelines.

Elevating the Digital Floor Experience

On the other side of the token, I’ve immersed myself in the fast-paced world of resorts & casino gaming. In this arena, design is an emotional currency. I focus on building brand cohesion and frictionless portals that keep users engaged & fiercely loyal.

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.

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