Samiksha is a multidisciplinary designer with experience spanning interior design, graphic design, and UX design. Her professional journey includes impactful roles at leading companies such as Shutterstock, TD Bank, and Circle, where she has been at the forefront of integrating Fintech, AI, and Cryptocurrency into user-centered design solutions that simplify complex systems. Samiksha’s work is driven by a passion for emerging technologies, aiming to create digital experiences that are both accessible and transformative.
An advocate for continuous learning, Samiksha has enhanced her skills in AI through a specialized course from Stanford University, further enriching her design approach. As an Advisory Group Member at RGD XD and VP of AIGA Miami, she actively contributes to the design community through mentorship, speaking, and industry leadership. In addition, she has served as a judge at multiple hackathons, including her current role at AIVA, and recently as a portfolio reviewer for RGD. Samiksha also extends her expertise to mentoring up-and-coming designers through ADPList, where she guides them in refining their portfolios and career strategies.
Upcoming Talks
The world of crypto presents a unique challenge for designers: making a complex, technical ecosystem accessible and intuitive for everyone. This talk explores how empathy-driven design can bridge the gap between emerging technologies and diverse user needs, empowering first-time users and seasoned experts alike. From simplifying onboarding processes to fostering trust in decentralized systems, we’ll discuss how to address challenges like security, education, and global accessibility. By focusing on user-centric design principles, we can create experiences that not only solve problems but also inspire confidence and drive mainstream adoption.The world of crypto presents a unique challenge for designers: making a complex, technical ecosystem accessible and intuitive for everyone. This talk explores how empathy-driven design can bridge the gap between emerging technologies and diverse user needs, empowering first-time users and seasoned experts alike. From simplifying onboarding processes to fostering trust in decentralized systems, we’ll discuss how to address challenges like security, education, and global accessibility. By focusing on user-centric design principles, we can create experiences that not only solve problems but also inspire confidence and drive mainstream adoption.