Ben Coble

Lead designer for Kobalt Handheld and Benchtop Power Tools categories within Lowe’s Product Design & Development team. Responsible for all phases of design process from concept to in-store: market research, design research, conceptualization, communication of design intent, CAD modification, sample review, development of on-product and point-of-purchase graphics. Experience in communicating with overseas manufacturing, managing external design resources, and collaborating with cross-functional teams: Branding, Merchandising, Engineering, and Global Sourcing.

Worked on both Consumer and Professional Power Tools teams for Ridgid, Ryobi, and Craftsman brands. Executed concept drawings/renderings and generated CAD models using SolidWorks. Created graphics and presentations for internal and external communication.

Operated within Innovation & Design team of Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Business division. Developed a concept product to ease workflow and communication for restaurant wait staff.