"She is committed to enhancing user sessions, customer feedback, and establishing new feedback channels while also championing budgeting and resource acquisition for a stronger research program."
- E.

"She has dedicated significant effort to bringing the company closer to its customers."
- J.

"Manuela is a natural leader with strong empathy, able to tackle challenges head-on while staying open to new ideas. In 2023, she successfully aligned the design team with new goals and navigated team formations. She addressed complex HR situations with heart and strategy."

- E.

“Manuela quickly adjusts processes based on feedback and stakeholder needs. She credits others for their contributions and handles operational tasks while uplifting team morale." 

- J.

"Her role goes beyond leadership, actively facilitating design activities, tracking feedback, and maintaining team alignment while also brainstorming and presenting innovative ideas."
- D.

"Manuela acts with initiative, often identifying solutions independently before discussing them. She strongly commits to personal growth and actively applies feedback."

- K.

"She is proactive in responding and giving feedback, always asking the right questions."
- E.

"Manuela is hands-on without being overbearing, flexible with solutions, and advocates for designers to exceed expectations, providing the necessary tools and budget."

- D.

"Manuela is consistently organized, prepared, and proactive, always coming to meetings with agendas and notes. She is responsive and takes the initiative to create collaborative virtual spaces."

- T.

"Manuela stays on top of industry trends despite her busy schedule. She regularly shares valuable insights on competitors, design, and coding updates, helping us stay informed while focusing on sprint goals." 

- D.