Hey, it's Renni Zeng. I define and design research-driven products with cross-functional teams — turning ambiguous problems into human-friendly experiences. :-)

Currently…

/Defining knowledge AI product with engineers and GTM @ Spanner

/Studying product innovation & design @ Carnegie Mellon University

Previously…

/Directed 3 client products across music, sports & home @ LaunchForce

/Led UX & design systems with CEO, PM, Eng, BizOps @ Nombolo

Selected Work. I designed UX & product solutions for startups and client organizations.

2023

SaaS

Client Work

SportPilot | B2C Rodeo Sport Logistics Solutions

Founding Product Designer on a 0→1 iOS + web MVP, shaping design roadmaps in a traditional industry from research to prototyping

2022

Startup

Nombolo | B2C Social Video Platform

Lead UX/UI Designer collaborating with 10+ cross-functional partners to align on workflows for small businesses.

2023

0-1

Musync | Musicians Networking

Sole Product Designer creating an innovative matching experience for music artists and talent seekers

Innovative Projects. I collaborated with interdisciplinary people driven by curiosity.

2026

Enterprise SaaS

AI Venture

Spanner | Specialized Knowledge Capture Solution for Advanced Industrial Operations

Designed for async capturing critical knowledge from the retiring experts

2025

Gamification

Gen AI Assets

Mimi's Treasure | The Companion App For Your Finance

Research/Accessibility Lead grounded psychological frameworks to address finance management avoidance.

2025

UX Research

ReactRight | Mixed-Methods UXR

Beyond band-aid, how do people learn and apply first aid to someone has severe allergic reactions?

Discover More. Design challenges, client collaborations, and independent initiatives.

CoFm Social Music App (Design Challenge)
Lipton Website (Design Challenge)
MyChart Billing (Personal Project)
Musync Network App (Client Project)
Up4Grabs (Client Project)
Foodie Mobile App (Design Challenge)
Rodeo Sport Mobile App (Client Project)
Stockphoto Web App (Design Challenge)
Timezon.es Web App (Design Challenge)

CoFm Social Music App (Design Challenge)
Lipton Website (Design Challenge)
MyChart Billing (Personal Project)
Musync Network App (Client Project)
Up4Grabs (Client Project)
Foodie Mobile App (Design Challenge)
Rodeo Sport Mobile App (Client Project)
Stockphoto Web App (Design Challenge)
Timezon.es Web App (Design Challenge)

Designing With People.

Not Just for Them

"Yanling played a pivotal role in our business's growth through her exceptional skills as both a product strategist and business thinker. She has a keen mind for solving problems from an end-user's point of view, and cultivates these solutions with exquisite UX/UI design.
At a start-up, it is rare to find talent such as this, especially in the competitive field of product development."
Ramon Rodriguez
Sales and Operations at LaunchForce
"Renni was a blessing for the team. Not only is she very talented in all things design and research, but she was also very good at organizing the team, providing clear but respectful feedback and speaking her mind, even when she didn't agree. She was respectful and her commitment never failed. Anyone who works with Renni during capstone will be so lucky!"

"Renni is one of my favourite people to work with. She brings in fresh ideas, and is super efficient and organised."

"Renni always brings good vibes to our group!"
Teammates
Integrated Product Development Team
"Yanling played a pivotal role in our business's growth through her exceptional skills as both a product strategist and business thinker. She has a keen mind for solving problems from an end-user's point of view, and cultivates these solutions with exquisite UX/UI design.
At a start-up, it is rare to find talent such as this, especially in the competitive field of product development."
Ramon Rodriguez
Sales and Operations at LaunchForce
"Renni was a blessing for the team. Not only is she very talented in all things design and research, but she was also very good at organizing the team, providing clear but respectful feedback and speaking her mind, even when she didn't agree. She was respectful and her commitment never failed. Anyone who works with Renni during capstone will be so lucky!"

"Renni is one of my favourite people to work with. She brings in fresh ideas, and is super efficient and organised."

"Renni always brings good vibes to our group!"
Teammates
Integrated Product Development Team
"Yanling played a pivotal role in our business's growth through her exceptional skills as both a product strategist and business thinker. She has a keen mind for solving problems from an end-user's point of view, and cultivates these solutions with exquisite UX/UI design.
At a start-up, it is rare to find talent such as this, especially in the competitive field of product development."
Ramon Rodriguez
Sales and Operations at LaunchForce
"Renni was a blessing for the team. Not only is she very talented in all things design and research, but she was also very good at organizing the team, providing clear but respectful feedback and speaking her mind, even when she didn't agree. She was respectful and her commitment never failed. Anyone who works with Renni during capstone will be so lucky!"

"Renni is one of my favourite people to work with. She brings in fresh ideas, and is super efficient and organised."

"Renni always brings good vibes to our group!"
Teammates
Integrated Product Development Team
"Yanling played a pivotal role in our business's growth through her exceptional skills as both a product strategist and business thinker. She has a keen mind for solving problems from an end-user's point of view, and cultivates these solutions with exquisite UX/UI design.
At a start-up, it is rare to find talent such as this, especially in the competitive field of product development."
Ramon Rodriguez
Sales and Operations at LaunchForce
"Renni was a blessing for the team. Not only is she very talented in all things design and research, but she was also very good at organizing the team, providing clear but respectful feedback and speaking her mind, even when she didn't agree. She was respectful and her commitment never failed. Anyone who works with Renni during capstone will be so lucky!"

"Renni is one of my favourite people to work with. She brings in fresh ideas, and is super efficient and organised."

"Renni always brings good vibes to our group!"
Teammates
Integrated Product Development Team

Reviews

Kind words from others.

"Yanling played a pivotal role in our business's growth through her exceptional skills as both a product strategist and business thinker. She has a keen mind for solving problems from an end-user's point of view, and cultivates these solutions with exquisite UX/UI design.

At a start-up, it is rare to find talent such as this, especially in the competitive field of product development."

Ramon Rodriguez

Sales and Operations at LaunchForce

Reviews

Kind words from others.

"Renni was a blessing for the team. Not only is she very talented in all things design and research, but she was also very good at organizing the team, providing clear but respectful feedback and speaking her mind, even when she didn't agree. She was respectful and her commitment never failed. Anyone who works with Renni during capstone will be so lucky!"

"Renni is one of my favourite people to work with. She brings in fresh ideas, and is super efficient and organised."

"Renni always brings good vibes to our group!"

Teammates

Integrated Product Development Team

Ready to create experience
engaging minds & inspiring actions?

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Ready to create experience
engaging minds & inspiring actions?

Let's Chat & Find Me at ↓

Ready to create experience
engaging minds & inspiring actions?

Let's Chat & Find Me at ↓