Your team is moving fast. We help you lead smarter.
Get seasoned UX strategy, operational clarity, and team design support without the wait for a full-time hire.
Design Leadership When You Need It.
Why Thrive Dept.
With AI adoption accelerating and design teams in flux, many orgs are rethinking how UX leadership shows up. That’s where we come in.
Led by Stephanie Sansoucie—former Global UX Director at EY and CX leader at Kohl’s—Thrive Dept. brings 20+ years of experience leading design across Fortune 500s and high-growth startups.
Whether you’re hiring your first design lead, restructuring a team, or navigating transformation, we offer just-in-time support to keep momentum strong.
We don’t just advise. We stabilize, align, and deliver traction—fast.
We’ve helped design orgs:
Scale without chaos
Navigate transformation
Build stronger teams and better products
We don’t just talk strategy. We make it actionable.
On-Demand Strategic Support
Fractional UX Strategy Partner
Get leadership-level UX strategy without a full-time hire.
Best for: Startups or mid-size orgs in growth mode
Includes:
Weekly exec-level syncs
Design org KPIs, strategy briefs, & alignment
Coaching support for design managers
Flexible hours + async support built in
Option for hybrid/equity-based partnerships
Strategic UX Projects & Advisory
When your design challenges are systemic, you need a partner who’s been there.
We support leaders working through:
Team structure and org design
Role scopes, leveling, and career paths
Maturity models, capability mapping, and roadmaps
Product/UX strategy alignment
Exec storytelling and stakeholder influence
Rituals, onboarding, and operational norms
How it works:
Discovery Call – Clarify goals and context
Clarity Sprint (2–3 weeks) – Identify key gaps & options
Engagement Scoping – Map a path forward
Executive Coaching for Design Leaders
Prepare your Staff+ ICs and new leads to think and operate at a leadership level.
Use cases:
Promotion readiness
Succession planning
Leadership development
Frequently Asked Questions
How do we know if this is the right fit?
Start with a 30-minute consult. We’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and timeline to determine if our support is the right match.
Can we start with something smaller?
Yes. Many clients begin with a short-term engagement or clarity sprint before expanding the scope.
Do you work onsite or remotely?
Most engagements are remote, but onsite work can be arranged depending on scope and location.
What industries do you support?
We specialize in product, tech, and design-led teams—especially those in growth, transformation, or change.