Ben Markoch

About Ben Markoch

Ben is a user experience and user interface designer with over 10 years of experience and a passion for telling stories and breaking-down the barriers between the physical and digital worlds. He currently works as Head of Design at Neurun and has worked with numerous national and international academic institutions, businesses, organizations, agencies, and startups on projects involving branding, visual design, user experience, and design strategy. He is inspired by history, travel, and the little things that make us all human, regardless of where we’re from or what we believe in. Now, when it’s easier than ever to make something new, he is driven to help others tell stories that are genuine and timeless. Originally based in the US, his work has taken him throughout Europe, Asia, North, and South America.

Experience

1. Head of Product & Design

   Neurun

   Feb 2025 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   At Neurun, we\'re on a mission to empower more people to get outside and move by building intuitive, human-centered experiences powered by AI. As Head of Design, I\'m privileged to collaborate with a talented international team of entrepreneurs and experts to shape the future of how people engage with running events globally.My focus is on translating our strategic vision into tangible and impactful user experiences. This involves establishing the foundational design principles for our platform, nurturing the Neurun brand identity and its connections within the fitness-tech ecosystem, and ultimately, creating products that make running events more accessible, engaging, and meaningful for athletes everywhere.We believe in the power of technology to enhance human connection in the outdoors, and I\'m excited to contribute to this journey of innovation and growth.

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Bachelor's degree, Graphic Design

  2012

• Cornell University

  Certification, Leadership Essentials, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

• Louisiana State University

  Certification, Project Management with Agile, Project Management

Skills

• Graphic Design
• Typography
• Communication
• Idea Generation
• French
• Clarinet
• Computer Graphics
• Printmaking
• Illustration
• Photography
• Video
• Sketching
• Painting
• Astronomy
• Web Design
• Cartography
• Writing
• Leadership
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Branding
• Layout
• Logo Design
• Wordpress
• Digital Photography
• Publications
• Posters
• Art Direction
• Visual Communication
• Screen Printing
• Event Planning
• Interaction Design
• Illustrator
• Mac
• User Experience
• Adobe Acrobat
• Digital Illustration
• Concept Development
• Information Design
• Flash
• Adobe Illustrator