Maria Burke

Hi, I'm Maria

Maria Burke smiling in an olive jacket

I am an experienced design leader focused on creating meaningful solutions for users by putting their needs at the heart of every decision.

principle 01

Align business and user needs

Having spent the past 10 years doing product design and strategy for enterprise SaaS companies, I know how hard it is to align design efforts with broader business goals. It's so easy to get bogged down in little details and lose sight of the user's needs, but more often than not, this results in products that lack meaning to customers.

During my work on Procore Budget Changes, I helped transform a lackluster and confusing product experience into a clear and enjoyable one.

principle 02

Facilitate genuine collaboration

In my early career, I discovered a passion for facilitating group collaboration. I am a certified Enterprise Design Thinking facilitator, Workshopper Master, and Design Sprint facilitator.

I work closely with teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring that every design decision is backed by a deep understanding of user behavior and business objectives. This inclusive approach ensures that everyone is part of the solution, creating a sense of unity and shared purpose.

principle 03

Simplify ambiguity and complexity

My experience has allowed me to work in highly technical problem spaces, from hybrid cloud infrastructure to construction to fintech. I enjoy rapidly synthesizing complex information, identifying the core problem, and translating it into practical insights.

If you'd like to dig deeper, you can see how I implemented this principle for Procore's Accounting Integrations.

I'm all about

  • Practical solutions,
  • New adventures,
  • Functional team dynamics,
  • Helping you unlock your potential

I'm not about

  • Over-complication,
  • Surface-level fixes,
  • Jargon & acronyms,
  • Busywork without purpose.
Austin, TX
Based in
Playing golf
Current hobby
In the mountains
Happy place
Whiskey, neat
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Sunny and 80°
Ideal weather
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