{"id":39,"date":"2018-01-11T05:32:30","date_gmt":"2018-01-11T05:32:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bendana.net\/cb_site_v5\/?page_id=39"},"modified":"2024-12-13T05:31:59","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T05:31:59","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bendana.net\/cb_site_v5\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;93&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1583469863496{padding-left: 48px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1734067914118{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2>About<\/h2>\n<p><b>Chris Bendana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an accomplished Designer with over 18 years of experience in creating intuitive and user-centric digital experiences. Passionate about humanizing technology, Chris specializes in transforming complex products and systems into accessible, enjoyable, and effective solutions that meet both user needs and business goals. His expertise spans research, usability testing, business analysis, and design strategy. With a strong design thinking and problem-solving foundation, Chris excels at leading cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring seamless communication to deliver innovative solutions that drive success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here are some other fun random facts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cycling Enthusiast: Passionate about cycling since the summer of 2020, with two bikes tailored for road cycling and gravel riding. I dedicate most of my free time to exploring new trails and routes whenever possible.<\/li>\n<li>Interest in Emerging Technologies: Deeply fascinated by depth sensing, augmented reality, and virtual reality, ignited by the visionary elements in the movie &#8220;Minority Report&#8221; (2002).<\/li>\n<li>Educational Background: Holds a degree in gaming, specializing in programming and enhancing gamer engagement.<\/li>\n<li>Men\u2019s Fashion Aficionado: Developed a keen appreciation for men&#8217;s fashion trends and styles since the mid-2000s.<\/li>\n<li>Car Modification Hobbyist:\n<ul>\n<li>Engaged in car modifications since the 1990s, showcasing a blend of creativity and technical skills. Notable projects include:\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0A 2002 Subaru WRX sleeper equipped with an 18g turbo and upgraded performance parts.<\/li>\n<li>A 2014 Subaru BRZ featuring a cat-back exhaust, downpipe, suspension enhancements, and multiple wheel sets for versatility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Photography: Ventured into photography, capturing my journey and experiences, with my progress and work showcased on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bendanamania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1583470086004{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>StrengthsFinder 2.0<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Arranger<\/li>\n<li>Positivity<\/li>\n<li>Analytical<\/li>\n<li>Maximizer<\/li>\n<li>Futuristic<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;93&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1583469863496{padding-left: 48px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1734067914118{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;] About Chris Bendana is an accomplished Designer with over 18 years of experience in creating intuitive and user-centric digital experiences. 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