Hortense Desodt — Design Manager
I lead the Paris Product Design team at Front, working at the intersection of design, product, and engineering to build thoughtful, impactful experiences. With eight years at IDEO, I honed my expertise in design thinking, learning to build not only deep empathy for users but also for the people I work with. This human-centered approach shapes how I lead teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive product strategy. At Front, I work closely with our Engineering and Product directors to ensure teams are aligned and operating smoothly, balancing fast execution with strong design quality. I also collaborate with other Product Design Managers and our Head of Design to ensure our design team works as a unit—supporting, challenging, and inspiring each other to elevate our craft. Beyond the work itself, I care deeply about fostering an open, supportive, and energizing environment where designers can grow and do their best work. My focus extends beyond day-to-day execution—I also contribute to vision and strategic initiatives to push our product forward and ensure design plays a key role in shaping what’s next.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Product Design expert in the SaaS industry.
Location: Paris, Île-de-France, France
Experience: 13 yrs 1 mo
Skills
- Product Design
- Team Leadership
- Design Thinking
- User Research
Career Highlights
- Expert in leading high-performing design teams.
- Strong background in design thinking and user-centered design.
- Passionate about fostering supportive design environments.
Work Experience
Front
Senior Product Design Manager (1 yr 10 mos)
Product Design Manager (2 yrs 2 mos)
IDEO
Design Director (2 mos)
Senior Design Lead (7 mos)
Design Lead (1 yr 8 mos)
Principal Industrial Designer (1 yr 6 mos)
Senior Industrial Designer (2 yrs)
Industrial Designer (1 yr 9 mos)
Industrial Design Intern (1 yr)
Groupe SEB
Product Design Intern (6 mos)
BBDC Design Consultant
Product Design Intern (2 mos)
La Redoute
Product Design Intern (1 mo)
Education
Master's degree at DSK ISD International School of Design
Bachelor's degree at Institut Supérieur de Design
Baccalauréat at Lycée Marguerite de Flandre - Gondecourt
