Aadhya K is an award-winning design leader, mentor, and facilitator with a deep passion for understanding people through empathy. She applies the art of designing delightful experiences to challenge biases and create a better world through applied design.
With extensive experience in research and innovation, Aadhya has designed and conducted training programs, workshops, hands-on research, ethnographic studies, surveys, A/B tests, and walk-a-mile exercises. She has presented key insights and validated research data to stakeholders and customers worldwide. Her expertise has contributed to the creation of multiple internationally recognized, award-winning products and services that users love.
Aadhya holds design patents and has hands-on experience in Generative AI, Web3, and community-driven solutions. She is deeply passionate about Design Sprints, having been trained by the method’s creator, and serves as a mentor for Google for Startups. She is also an upskilling evangelist, the founder of the Academy of Art Design and Strategy, and a founding member of SHNORH Studio in San Francisco.
As an international speaker, facilitator, and workshop host, Aadhya shares her journey with an engaged global audience. She is committed to mentoring and guiding creators, founders, and women toward building a better future.
Past Talks
Designing habits isn’t just about personal productivity; it’s about creating systems that align with your goals to build mastery and unlock financial opportunities. This fireside chat will explore how habits, when strategically designed, can transform the way we learn, grow, and monetize our expertise.
Drawing on my global experience in product design, design sprints, habit formation and productivity, this session will highlight the intersection of user experience principles and behavior design.
Learn how to break down skill acquisition into actionable, repeatable routines and leverage these routines to create long-term impact in your career.
This session is tailored for designers, innovators, and entrepreneurs looking to turn their skills into sustainable value. From personal development strategies to actionable frameworks, this fireside talk offers a practical guide to turning habits into powerful tools for both personal and professional growth.