Growing up in Silicon Valley, I saw technological innovation defined by speed and scale, often overlooking those who might be excluded. Helping my grandparents search for the nearest Hindu Temple or text a friend on WhatsApp defined my design approach: every user interacts with technology differently, and it is our responsibility as designers to meet them where they are.

I completed my undergrad at Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo (go mustangs! 🐎), studying Graphic Communication, an interdisciplinary program combining design, technology, and business. My UX/UI concentration taught me user-centered design and front-end development, while my minor in Packaging deepened my interest in accessibility, examining how hand strength, dexterity, and visual impairments affect users' interactions with physical products.

I applied these skills through Cal Poly's "Learn by Doing" approach and other involvements: leading teams at Cal Poly iter8, a student-led product design agency, and working with local startups/businesses.