Hi, I'm Kolson!

Hi, I'm Kolson!

Hi, I'm Kolson!

Product & UX Strategist

Product & UX Strategist

Product & UX Strategist

Decoding human behaviour to solve complex product problems

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About me

Making technology feel human.

I am a Product & UX Strategist dedicated to creating experiences that make users feel comfortable, understood, and at ease. I don't just solve problems; I decode the human needs behind them.

Drawing on a deep and diverse background in the tech landscape, I speak the languages of Business, Engineering, and User Experience fluently. I have navigated the agility of early-stage ventures and the complexity of large-scale enterprises in Travel, E-commerce, and Fintech.

My approach is grounded in Psychology. I leverage my MSc to analyse user behaviour, and my technical roots combined with AI workflows to ensure feasibility and speed. My goal is simple: to transform chaotic business requirements into elegant, evidence-based solutions that empower users and drive growth.

My Journey

My Journey

2011

Foundation

BSc in Information Management & Systems

Gained a strong grounding in technical logic and systems thinking. I learned to assess feasibility and structure complex information—skills that now help me bridge the gap between UX concepts and engineering reality.

2011

Foundation

BSc in Information Management & Systems

Gained a strong grounding in technical logic and systems thinking. I learned to assess feasibility and structure complex information—skills that now help me bridge the gap between UX concepts and engineering reality.

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2015

Experience

6 Years of Product Strategy & UX

Thrived in the fast-paced tech landscape, operating as a hybrid Product Manager across start-ups and major tech firms. I didn't just define business requirements; I owned the user experience, prototyping solutions and driving product lifecycles from 0-to-1.

2015

Experience

6 Years of Product Strategy & UX

Thrived in the fast-paced tech landscape, operating as a hybrid Product Manager across start-ups and major tech firms. I didn't just define business requirements; I owned the user experience, prototyping solutions and driving product lifecycles from 0-to-1.

2021

Turning Point

Sabbatical & Professional Reflection

Took a deliberate pause to recharge. This period shifted my lens from simply delivering results to questioning the human impact of technology. I kept my skills sharp by upgrading my tech stack and offering strategic consultancy, maintaining professional momentum alongside personal growth.

2021

Turning Point

Sabbatical & Professional Reflection

Took a deliberate pause to recharge. This period shifted my lens from simply delivering results to questioning the human impact of technology. I kept my skills sharp by upgrading my tech stack and offering strategic consultancy, maintaining professional momentum alongside personal growth.

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2023

Deepening

MSc in Psychology

Driven by a deep curiosity about human behaviour, I moved to the UK to formalise my understanding of why people act the way they do. This wasn't just about theory; it was about gaining the empathy and insight needed to create experiences that truly resonate with users.

2023

Deepening

MSc in Psychology

Driven by a deep curiosity about human behaviour, I moved to the UK to formalise my understanding of why people act the way they do. This wasn't just about theory; it was about gaining the empathy and insight needed to create experiences that truly resonate with users.

Now

The Next Chapter

Synthesising Psychology & Tech

The theory is now merged with practice. Combining my diverse cross-cultural background with deep psychological insights and modern AI workflows, my toolkit is complete. I am ready to bring this evolved, global perspective to tackle complex digital challenges.

Now

The Next Chapter

Synthesising Psychology & Tech

The theory is now merged with practice. Combining my diverse cross-cultural background with deep psychological insights and modern AI workflows, my toolkit is complete. I am ready to bring this evolved, global perspective to tackle complex digital challenges.

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My Work

My Work

© 2025 Kolson Gao

© 2025 Kolson Gao

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