Barney Blackhurst

My career has focused on turning ideas into products and websites that make sense. I’ve worked on B2C products used by millions of people, contributing to sustainable, long-term revenue. Clear thinking, strong processes, and careful strategy are what allow complex systems to feel calm and understandable.

I work across product, design, and technology, with a particular interest in how tools are learned and used at scale. Much of my focus is on reducing friction, shaping clear mental models, and making products feel coherent and intentional for diverse global audiences.

I currently work in Berlin, after previously working in London, and bring an international perspective to collaboration and leadership. My ongoing work in product strategy at Ableton continues to shape how I think about building and evolving long-lived products.