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Rifat Najmi
Design Lead at Tech startup
- Accessibility
- Design Leadership
- Visual Design
With over 15 years of design experience, including more than 10 in leadership, I’m the founder of Radikal Studio, an accessibility consulting studio helping teams build inclusive digital products. We provide WCAG compliance audits, accessibility design consultation, and upskilling programs grounded in accessibility and disability fundamentals. I hold a CPACC certification and I’m driven by one mission, Making Accessibility Accessible: helping professionals and organizations embrace global accessibility standards and turn inclusion into practice.
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Kelly Heigert
Lead Designer at KQED
- Animation
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
I've worked for large corporate clients via agencies prior to working at my current dream job - NPR/PBS member station KQED. I'm looking to impart my knowledge and feedback on budding young designers with a particular interest (as a mixed race woman) in mentoring those from marginalized backgrounds.
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Poon Wen Ang
CET Associate Lecturer at Republic Polytechnic
- Art Direction
- Mobile Development
- Typography
- User Experience
Based in Singapore——A multi-disciplinary hands-on Design Leader and maker of experiences at Aleph—crafting amazing solutions through research, strategy, insights and creative ideas. I love technology, co-creation, and beautiful craft.
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Rohit Mishra
Product Designer at Gopaisa
- Human Computer Interaction
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
I’m a Product Designer with 10+ years of experience designing fintech, cashback, affiliate, creator monetization, and consumer-focused digital products. Currently working at GoPaisa, where I contribute to building scalable cashback and rewards experiences across web and mobile platforms. My work involves simplifying complex user journeys, improving engagement, optimizing conversion flows, and designing trust-driven transaction experiences. Over the years, I’ve worked on: • Cashback & rewards ecosystems • BBPS payment experiences • Education Payment journeys • Affiliate & creator monetization products • Consumer mobile applications • Growth and retention-focused UX • Design systems and scalable user flows I enjoy solving problems where user behavior, business goals, and product strategy intersect. My approach combines: • Product thinking • UX research • Systems thinking • Interaction design • Data-informed decision making Previously worked across Ed-Tech,and consumer platforms while leading end-to-end product execution from ideation to delivery.
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Shashikant Zagade
Creative Director at Mac18Digital
- Branding & Identity
- Creative Direction
- Design Critique
- Painting + Art
With more than two decades of professional experience in advertising, branding, visual communication, and design education, I bring together creative strategy, cultural insight, and industry practice. My career spans leading agencies including JWT, Leo Burnett, MS&L Publicis Groupe, Everest, DaCunha Associates, Dyworks, Diadeis, and MAC Advertising (Dubai), where I developed brand identities and communication strategies for national and international brands. Throughout my career, I have contributed to award-winning campaigns, including the Guinness World Records 2006 project for the world's largest ice structure at MAC Advertising, Dubai. My work has also been recognized with the Silver Owl Award for Taj Mahal Tea, The Ad Club Madras Award for Rin Supreme (Best Media Innovation), and the runner-up award for the Sunsilk Cinderella Ban Jao campaign.
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Claudia Facca
Full-time Professor at IMT - Mauá - Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia
- Design Process
- Design Systems
- Design Thinking
- Industrial Design
Designer, Educator, Researcher, PhD in Design and passionate about how design can improve people's life.
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Nandini Ramakuru
Program Head - Product Design at School of Accelerated Learning
- Graphic Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
- User Research
I am a designer, educator, writer, speaker and consultant. I have worked in the domains of architecture, interiors, sets, game design, graphics, branding, visual communication and UI/UX design. However my interest lies in design learning, that is designing better learning experiences, and helping aspirants become better designers. My work experience and interests extend to writing and facilitating talks around design.
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Vedprakash Arya
Graphic Designer at Cognitus Consulting
- Branding & Identity
- Design Thinking
- Graphic Design
- Visual Design
With a background in Aeronautical Engineering, a field known for problem-solving and innovative designs, I’ve seamlessly transitioned into a creative designer. With diversified experiences during the span of 8 years, I bridge innovation from Aeronautics and sustainability from nature.
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Kayode Osinusi
Design Mentor at Designlab
- Product Design
- Visual Design
I’m an Experienced Product Designer, Individual Contributor, Mentor, and a great team player. My goal is to use design concepts and solutions to help increase a company's bottom line. Passionate about finding the best tools to execute content-driven design, I work as a creative partner in all aspects of product and visual design, bringing visual identities and products to life through thoughtfully crafted designs while improving and learning new things as I push myself to be better. Remember, good design equals good business.
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Vashishta Parikipandla
Director-UX at Creativeland Asia Pvt Ltd
- Adobe XD
- Design Thinking
- Figma
- Product Design
Hello! With over 6 years in UX, I've shaped impactful solutions for major brands like Godrej, Piramal Pharma Solutions and Automobili Pininfarina. My strategic approach led to a 40% boost in user retention and a 70% improvement in navigation for Godrej. I orchestrated the redesign of the Narendra Modi App, reaching 1 crore+ downloads. As a mentor, I offer a treasure trove of insights, weaving practical experiences into our learning tapestry.
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Kelly Stevens
Product Design Manager at WeTransfer
- Interaction Design
- Product Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
Senior product designer building tools at WeTransfer. Eight years of experience designing digital products and software at scale. Previously part of the design teams at Facebook Messenger and Tripadvisor. Currently working on growing WeTransfer into the go-to suite of tools for creative professionals. She has previously led design at Smartify, the world's most downloaded museum app, and been part of the design teams at Facebook Messenger and Tripadvisor. Skills — digital product design, interaction design, experience design, interface architecture, visual design, prototyping, product strategy, systems design & management, design mentorship
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Tatiana Wahbeh
Senior Graphic Designer at Chain Reaction
- Branding & Identity
- Career Advice
- Content Design
- Design Process
Hello! My name is Tatiana. I'm a senior graphic designer with experience in motion design. Our field is complex and highly competitive. It is also very diverse. Having personally struggled with my own career path at the beginning, I understand the importance of having proper guidance or mentoring to keep the spark of passion for design alive. I hope to be an example for those who need it.
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Jacqui Klugman
UX Lead at Shopify
- Career Transitions
- Design Critique
- Design Process
- User Centered Design
I'm a product designer and researcher living in Toronto, Canada. I've been interested in the interplay between human behaviour and design for as long as I can remember. I have 12 years of experience as a product designer, and 5 years as a people leader. Through that I’ve developed expertise in product research, service design, product thinking and launching 0-1 initiatives. I’ve led design for clients in many different industries, including the financial sector, healthcare and e-commerce space. Most recently I managed a remote team of designers at Shopify through the successful launch of the native B2B app Shopify Collective. I was a social worker before I shifted careers into design, so coaching and mentorship is near and dear to my heart. I'm happy to help however I can.
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Anupam Sharma
UX Designer II at Amazon
- Illustration
- User Centered Design
- User Experience
- User Interface
I’m currently working as a UX Designer at Amazon. I believe in creating engaging experiences in the digital world. I am highly flexible and adaptable when it comes to different projects with a sole focus on end-user needs using empathy and curiosity to create simple yet effective solutions to complex problems.
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Kumar Gaurav
User Experience Design Consultant at Toptal Freelance
- Design Process
- Product Design
- User Experience
Every great product tells a story, one of solving the right problem, designing for impact, and evolving with its users. For more than a decade, I have been at the centre of these stories, building and shaping user experiences that drive business success. Over the years, my focus expanded beyond design into leading product strategy, scaling teams, and driving innovation. I started as a designer, focused on crafting seamless user experiences. But as I grew, so did my perspective. I realised that design isn’t just about aesthetics or usability, it’s a strategic advantage and a force multiplier for growth. In recent years, I have been leading product and design teams, driving the vision behind AI-powered, user-centric solutions that scale. I have led teams through hypergrowth, market shifts, and technology transformations, shaping products that scale. More recently, AI has become a key enabler, redefining user interactions, business decisions, and how teams build for the future. My focus is on integrating AI where it enhances, not replaces, the human experience, ensuring technology works for people, not the other way around. My journey has also been shaped by learning experiences at MIT and ISB, where I deepened my expertise in product strategy, innovation, and leadership. These experiences have given me a broader perspective on how technology and design drive business impact at scale.
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Arek Dvornechuck
Creative Director at Ebaqdesign
- Branding & Identity
- Graphic Design
- User Interface
Arek Dvornechuck is a brand design expert who specializes in Brand Identity Design, Branding, Logo Design, Web Design, and UI DESIGN. He is the founder of Ebaqdesign™ which is his design studio based in New York City. His mission is to help people design beautiful brands and experiences. Specialties: - Brand Strategy - Logo & Identity Design - UI/UX Design - Web Design - Web Development
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Faizan Sayani
Senior UX Designer at Expedite Studio
- Design Process
- Design Thinking
- Figma
- User Centered Design
Ideate, Create & Go Live ✅ A Senior UX Designer specializing in Visual Design. Simplicity is my game and I love creating simple but amazing experiences that are captivating, convenient, and practical. I tackle complex tasks and transform them into intuitive, accessible, and easy-to-use designs. In collaboration with other designers, researchers, engineers, and product managers during the design process, I strive to craft a more helpful, robust, and all-around pleasant experience for users.
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Tushar Roy
Product Design Manager at VMware
- Design Management
- Human Computer Interaction
- Product Design
- User Experience
I am an engineer by education, designer by passion. Self-taught product designer, I'm in the industry for over 18 years. Empathetic UX & Product Design Leader with a technology background and a passion for accessible & inclusive design. I lead global design teams to deliver complex enterprise products, seamlessly partnering with engineering, research & product management teams. I am happy to share my knowledge, skills, and experience with you.
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Parth Parikh
Creative Director at Design Clinic India
- Design Leadership
- Design Process
- Design Thinking
- Furniture Design
Parth Parikh, a product designer, believes that a flower devoid of its delightful fragrance is akin to a colorless home. Drawing inspiration from India, his homeland, Parth infuses the perfect hues into people's interiors. Having pursued postgraduate studies in product design at Domus Academy in Milan, he established Design Clinic India in 2016. His creations are deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of local culture, traditions, and craftsmanship, which seamlessly merge with his designs.
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Robert Haugen
Design Lead at Dualog
- Sketch
- User Experience
- User Interface
- Web Design
A digital designer based in Oslo, Norway. I have recently started working for Geta Digital in Oslo as a UX designer. I have also founded Grupwork.com and Flips.no which both are Edtech/e-learning solutions that aim to make learning easier and more fun.
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Ivan Pashko
Principal Experience Designer at EPAM Global
- Animation
- Product Design
- User Interface
- User Research
I design digital products. Currently Senior UX Designer @ELEKSSoftware, previously @artua_design. 7 years in design industry, designing digital products for humans.
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Tali Krakowsky Apel
Senior Director | Design Systems + Brand at Coinbase
- Creative Direction
- Design Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Information Architecture
A lover of design, technology and interactive architecture.
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Antoine RIGAUDIAS
Senior Consultant Design Operation at Capgemini
- Branding & Identity
- User Experience
- User Research
- Visual Design
We often think that creativity and rigor are opposed. The design offers the chance to combine the two: it is an exciting playground, and a great theoretical exercise, as much as practical. Spontaneity and intuition rub shoulders with operational pragmatism and efficiency. I have worked for more than twenty years for iconic brands, major events, and international companies: Nike, FIFA, Disney, Nestlé, MasterCard, Heineken, Air France, Orange, Swatch, French Rugby Federation, or Le Tour de France. As a freelancer as well as internally, these experiences allowed me to acquire a global, total vision of design. Design has always changed. Tools, practices, processes, knowledge, professions, ... The integration of teams, their evolution, their stabilization, and their performance, are major challenges for all companies wishing to build a sustainable and efficient design practice. These changes have become recurrent and are profoundly transforming companies and designers. This reinforces my vision of the designer: an expert with a tree of skills which goes well beyond specialization. My areas of intervention in product design, services, and experiences: - Planning, scoping and definition, research, product design, impact & story maps, roadmap - User research, interviews, observations, exploratory questionnaires, experience maps, personae - Facilitation, idea generation, brainstorming - Prototypes, models, navigation, wireframes, interface design, interaction - Branding, visual identity, visual communication, image, graphic design, artistic direction
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Marjorie Otterson
Digital Health Innovation/Product Design at Boston Scientific Corporation
- Design Leadership
- Design Management
- Product Design
- User Centered Design
I love tackling tough problems and partnering actively with clients, stakeholders, designers, and cross-functional teams to understand problems—exploring them fully, down to their roots—and then working together to help companies meet strategic goals and provide better products, experiences, and communications for their customers.
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Ram Shetty
Associate Executive Manager at Hexagon Capability Center India
- Content Design
- Human Computer Interaction
- User Centered Design
- User Research
Design Leader / Ux researcher With over 15 plus of experience in the Design industry, I have a proven track record of enabling and leading UX teams for several companies like Hexagon, IBM, Zensar Technologies & Satyam Computers by transforming Ux into a self-sustained UX team with mature UX practice that delivers value, driven by core business metrics. I am passionate, pragmatic, articulate, affable, and a team player with a good sense of humour. I successfully collaborate with cross-functional teams to get work done. As a Design Leader, I’ve been a front runner for the team, instrumental in establishing, driving and articulating a UX vision to the responsible for the team's career growth. I insist the team move from their comfort zone by delegating them specific challenging goals by time to time.
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