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How I Got Here
I was named after Mozart’s Jupiter Symphony. My dad was a sculptor. My mom, a bookkeeper. That tension between creativity and structure has shaped me since childhood.
I studied art, but I’ve always loved logic. I’m drawn to systems and grids—but also the chaos and soul of nature. Design, especially product design, brings those forces together in a way that just fits. I love creating things that make life simpler, better, or more human.
How I Lead
I lead with clarity, integrity, and humanity. I believe in:
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Design as strategy: Designers belong at the table early and often.
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People-first leadership: You do your best work when you’re supported as a whole person.
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Balance: Burnout doesn’t build great products. Boundaries do.
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Empathy and directness: Speak truthfully, listen deeply, and always come from good intent.
I want teams where people feel comfortable saying “I don’t know,” asking bold questions, pushing each other—and me—with curiosity and respect. That’s how we grow.
Beyond Work
I live in Seattle with my wife, our three kids, and two rescue dogs. Outside work, you’ll find me in the mountains or on something with wheels or a board. I believe in weekends, cooking to loud music, and not answering messages at dinner.
About Me/He/Him
I'm Jupiter Barton, a Product Design and Experience Strategy leader who builds high-impact digital products and the high-performing teams behind them. I’ve led cross-functional orgs through 0→1 innovation, platform-scale transformation, and 8-figure growth initiatives. My work sits at the intersection of logic and creativity—rooted in design craft, business thinking, and empathy.
I believe the best products come from deeply collaborative teams. I’ve built cultures of performance, trust, and inclusion—empowering designers, researchers, and content strategists to drive strategic outcomes, not just deliverables.