I am many things. At heart, I’m a creative: fascinated by the tides of creativity and vast spectrum of art. In my mind, a strategist: using my imagination and intentional thinking to shape the future.

My approach is rooted in combining classic design principles with the power of new technologies. I believe that creative expression exists within everyone, and I guide teams to discover theirs while bringing ideas into harmony. I find deep fulfillment in watching projects evolve — from a conversation or a sketch on a napkin to reaching millions of people.

I’m happy you’re here. Want to work together?

bethany.boenker@gmail.com • LinkedIn

featured in

Fast Company Innovation by Design Award Winner, Duo Passwordless

HOW In-House Design Award Winner, Carbon Design System

IBM Outstanding Technical Achievement Award

“Design Systems” by Alla Kholmatova

speaking engagements

“Bethany Sonefeld envisions a healthier, balanced tech world” Healthier Tech Podcast

“Unintended consequences: What questions should designers be asking?” Human-Centered Security podcast

“Create with Conscience: healthier tech for a digitally distracted world” RGA Design Thinkers Toronto, Config, Creative South, UX Copenhagen

Digitally distracted: How society is impacted by tech” Austin Design Week

“Creating and Maintaining a Design System” UX Pin Virtual Summit

“You’ve Built a Design System, Now What?” Design Systems London

Integral Interview, Carbon Design System

Currently: Design Manager at Duo Security.
Previously: Design Manager for Cloudflare Emerging Technology and Incubation, Senior Product Designer at RetailMeNot, Creative Lead for IBM’s Carbon Design System, Designer at ESPN.