Manit Kathuria

Education

• University of Washington
  Bachelor of Arts – BA, DXARTS | 2006 – 2010
• Springdales School
  1992 – 2006

Achievements

• Transformative Leadership in Design: Manit has led impactful design transformations in multiple renowned organizations, including ZEE5, Instawork, and Magicbricks. His work has consistently improved user experiences and optimized conversion rates, contributing to significant growth in customer engagement.
• Innovative Design Systems: At ZEE5, Manit implemented the ZEE5 DNA Design System, streamlining design processes, reducing product release time by 40%, and improving conversion metrics by 75%. His approach to design thinking also helped in enhancing user psychology-driven features, boosting user retention and satisfaction.
• App User Growth and Revenue Increase: At FabHotels, Manit’s revamp of mobile apps contributed to a 3.5x increase in conversion rates, and his work on the booking portal grew business revenue by over 800% in the first month post-launch.
• Successful Startup Leadership: As a co-founder of PropheSee, Manit played a crucial role in raising $500K USD from IAN. He also led the overhaul of the brand and user experience, pushing boundaries in the realm of big data and predictive outcomes.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Throughout his career, Manit has mentored and built strong teams, scaling design departments and fostering a culture of research-driven design. At Instawork, he grew the APAC design team from 4 to 26+ members, empowering them with efficient design processes and upskilling initiatives.