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Danielle Acton

Danielle Acton

Macomb

Summary

Results-oriented leader with extensive experience in operational management and user interface design. Known for strong problem-solving and effective communication skills, dedicated to driving team productivity and enhancing user experiences across diverse projects.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Arby's
Rochester Hills
02.2007 - Current
  • Led daily operations of a high-volume location, managing a team of 18 and keeping workflows running smoothly across all shifts
  • Built and managed schedules while balancing staffing needs, labor goals, and overall performance targets
  • Coordinated team priorities and daily operations in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet business goals
  • Reduced employee turnover to 23.23%, one of the lowest rates in the organization, by focusing on team development and retention
  • Trained and developed team members into leadership roles, supporting internal promotions and long-term team growth
  • Maintained strong standards for quality, service, and cleanliness to ensure a consistent customer experience
  • Identified and improved inefficient processes, increasing team productivity and service speed
  • Resolved escalated customer issues, ensuring positive outcomes and maintaining customer satisfaction

UX/UI Designer

Adiso
Boston
03.2025 - 10.2025
  • Led the redesign of a biotech company website (Adiso Therapeutics) to better support investor outreach for an Alzheimer’s drug candidate
  • Created wireframes and high-fidelity designs in Figma to restructure the site’s layout, navigation, and content hierarchy
  • Translated complex scientific information into clear, user-friendly content and visuals tailored to investor needs
  • Applied user-centered design principles to improve clarity, credibility, and overall user experience
  • Facilitated meetings with the project manager and stakeholders to align on goals, gather feedback, and iterate on designs
  • Contributed to a redesigned digital presence that supported the company’s efforts to secure funding

UX/UI Designer

HeyAuntie!
Remote
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Redesigned key sections of a community-focused platform connecting Black women across life stages, improving clarity and engagement
  • Developed wireframes and high-fidelity designs for the homepage, navigation, and service sections
  • Conducted competitive analysis and reviewed existing user flows to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Collaborated with a cross-functional team to iterate on designs and align with business goals

Education

UX/UI Certification - User Experience Design

Avocademy
01-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Architecture

Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI

Skills

  • Operational management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project oversight
  • Cost control
  • Labor planning
  • Staff training
  • Customer experience
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Time management

Accomplishments

'Work Hard' Award - Achieved Arby’s Value Award for workplace excellence

Timeline

UX/UI Designer

Adiso
03.2025 - 10.2025

UX/UI Designer

HeyAuntie!
01.2024 - 06.2024

General Manager

Arby's
02.2007 - Current

UX/UI Certification - User Experience Design

Avocademy

Some College (No Degree) - Architecture

Oakland Community College
Danielle Acton