About
Robert Myrsäter
A New York City-based Product Design Leader and Brand Strategist, crafting products and experiences that don't just function — they inspire.
Steeped in Nordic design, Robert's journey began at a young age in his father's renowned design studio. Equipped with a Bachelor's in Engineering and dual Master's degrees in Industrial Design and Business, Robert synergizes design intuition, technical prowess, and business acumen.
He has led product, marketing, and engineering teams to deliver solutions ranging from mobile and web design to branding, packaging, and hardware. As a Product Designer, he harmoniously blends the tradition of craftsmanship with digital innovation. He's a creative strategist, ensuring that designs resonate with users and align with business objectives.
Through his diverse experiences—including professional formula racing as part of the Swedish National Team, serving in Special Ops in the Swedish Military, and operating as Head of Design for numerous startups— Robert has honed his ability to excel under pressure. Robert is more than a designer: he is a strategic asset, shaping products that resonate with users and fuel business growth. His approach is a testament to his journey: diverse, dynamic, and relentlessly innovative.
Skills
Product
Craft
Engineering
Working Experience
Head of Design
Bilt Rewards
2021 - Present
Leading the Brand and Product design initiatives across digital and physical mediums. Instrumental in driving the company to a $1.5 billion Series A valuation, melding user-centric design with business strategy.
Co-Founder & Head of Design
Vanto
2022 - Present
Co-Founder and Head of Design, leading the design efforts for Brand and Product experiences for a high-fashion eyewear brand. Instrumental in shaping the aesthetic and functional appeal of the product line.
Head of Design
Heywear
2019 - 2021
Head of Product & Brand Design and founding member, spearheading the development of a novel omnichannel experience.
Entrepreneur in Residence
Hardware Club VC
2019 - 2021
Entrepreneur in Residence and instrumental in taking new business ideas from concept to reality.
Product Design Lead
X Shore
2018 - 2019
Led the Product Platform Strategy and the development of the Modular Product System that won several awards.
iF Design Award 2020: Product • German Innovation Award 2020: Gold Award • German Design Award 2020 • Red Herring Award 2020
Product Design Lead
SAAB Ventures
2017 - 2018
Led and designed the development of a digital Ai tool that achieves a faster and more precise cancer diagnosis by digitizing and removing iterative steps from the Pathologist's workflow.
Entrepreneur in Residence
Lead Startup Incubator
2017 - 2018
Entrepreneur in Residence at Sweden's most successful Startup incubator and VC.
Product Designer
Scania
2016 - 2017
Led and successfully planned the launch of two "green arrow" products.
Design Lead
Engineers Without Borders
2015 - 2016
Led a one-year project to design and build a new sustainable solution to the sanitation problem in rural Ghana for Engineers Without Borders.
Founder, Head of Design
Myrsater Group
2012 - Present
Founder and lead designer for a furniture design company focusing on high-end, sustainably sourced, handcrafted furniture.
Coastal Ranger
Swedish Amphibious Corps
2011 - 2012
Trained by the Coastal Ranger Company as part of a special ops unit.
Formula Racing Driver
Swedish National Team
1996 - 2010
Racing driver for the national team through karting and, ultimately, Formula cars.