Vandhana Bhaskaran

Director - Customer Experience Design & Accessibility @United Airlines

Chicago, IL, US
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WORK HISTORY

Nov 2024 — Present

Director - Customer Experience Design & Accessibility @United Airlines

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Chicago, IL, US

I lead digital experience and accessibility across United’s customer channels, driving measurable improvements in usability, inclusivity, and performance while helping establish a higher standard for how airlines leverage design at scale.In my first year at United, I’ve materially improved the end-to-end customer journey. Key initiatives include the Omnichannel onboard experience, Connection Saver, enhanced E2E travel support, and co-branded offers—reducing friction, increasing clarity at critical moments, and enabling more confident, seamless travel for millions of customers.

EDUCATION

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University of Madras

Master of Arts

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University of Madras

Post Graduate Diploma, Personnel Management and Industrial Relations

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Bentley University - McCallum Graduate School of Business

Master of Science - MS, Human Factors in Information Design

SKILLS

Information ArchitectureUsability TestingUser-Centered DesignHuman FactorsBusiness ProcessUser Experience DesignTeam ManagementUser ScenariosInteraction DesignDesign ThinkingUser ExperienceWire FramingHuman Computer InteractionChange ManagementPersonaData VisualizationUser InterfaceStrategyE-CommerceDesign StrategyRequirements AnalysisCustomer ExperienceManagementTrainingUsabilityTeam LeadershipUser Research

ABOUT VANDHANA BHASKARAN

I’m a storyteller and a builder, adept at moving between the big picture and the fine grain. I believe the strongest experiences are created when clear strategy, disciplined execution, and a high bar for design excellence come together. Throughout my career, I’ve led large, global design teams and complex programs from vision through delivery—bringing design, product, and technology into alignment to drive meaningful outcomes.Specialties: Product Management, Digital Accessibility, Service Design, Digital Design, Design Leadership

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