About
I'm Ryan Batch, a multidisciplinary designer and design strategist who partners with teams and organizations to unlock clarity in complexity and shape experiences that resonate with real people.
Over the years, I've learned that the best solutions begin with curiosity, empathy, and a willingness to look beneath the surface. I ask questions most overlook:
- Who are we designing for?
- What problems are they really trying to solve?
- Why does this matter?
From user research and systems mapping to service design and design systems, I bring intention, insight, and calm strategy to every challenge.
People describe my presence as grounded and insightful; a quiet force that transforms chaos into clarity, and ideas into tangible outcomes. I believe design should be honest, enduring, and transformative.
Who I've Worked With
How I Got Here
2019 - Present
UX Product Designer @ ASRC Federal
Designed and delivered web applications for the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) within the Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) mission area.
2019 - Present
UX Product Designer @ ASRC Federal
Designed and delivered web applications for the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) within the Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) mission area.
2004 - 2019
Founder & Designer @ Parallel Arts
Co-founded and ran a design studio offering interaction design, UX consulting, and print design services.
2004 - 2019
Founder & Designer @ Parallel Arts
Co-founded and ran a design studio offering interaction design, UX consulting, and print design services.
2017 - 2019
Territory Manager @ Peacock Alley
Directed sales operations across a 14-state territory; grew the wholesale designer category by 36% YOY.
2017 - 2019
Territory Manager @ Peacock Alley
Directed sales operations across a 14-state territory; grew the wholesale designer category by 36% YOY.
2012 - 2017
Creator & Designer @ Pixel Your Life
Conceived, designed, and launched a digital product from concept to market. Collaborated with Google Boulder on large-scale design installations.
2012 - 2017
Creator & Designer @ Pixel Your Life
Conceived, designed, and launched a digital product from concept to market. Collaborated with Google Boulder on large-scale design installations.
2012 - 2017
Retail Operations Manager & Designer @ Interface FLOR
Managed operations for a 21-store national retail channel; authored policies, training standards, and compliance procedures.
2012 - 2017
Retail Operations Manager & Designer @ Interface FLOR
Managed operations for a 21-store national retail channel; authored policies, training standards, and compliance procedures.
2005 - 2012
Studio Proprietor, Interior Designer @ Design Within Reach
Directed all activities including sales, service, design excellence and HR management.
2005 - 2012
Studio Proprietor, Interior Designer @ Design Within Reach
Directed all activities including sales, service, design excellence and HR management.
2002 - 2005
Store Manager, Designer @ Bobo Modern Living
Responsible for sales generation, customer service, training and merchandising.
2002 - 2005
Store Manager, Designer @ Bobo Modern Living
Responsible for sales generation, customer service, training and merchandising.