Cleo Little
About Cleo Little
Cleo Little is a Design Director at IDEO, where she focuses on inclusive design and human-centered approaches. She has a diverse background in strategy and digital publishing, having previously worked at Accenture Strategy and HarperCollins Publishers.
Current Role at IDEO
Cleo Little currently serves as a Design Director at IDEO, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads design initiatives that focus on human-centered approaches. She has been instrumental in evolving IDEO's design methodology to prioritize inclusivity. Additionally, she facilitates reflection and has developed an inclusive design speaker series to promote diverse perspectives within the design community.
Previous Experience at IDEO
Prior to her current role, Cleo Little worked at IDEO as a Design Lead from 2018 to 2019. During this time, she contributed to various design projects and helped shape the organization's approach to design thinking. Her experience at IDEO laid the foundation for her later work in promoting inclusivity and human-centered design.
Professional Background
Cleo Little has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles at Accenture Strategy and HarperCollins Publishers. She worked as a Strategy Consultant at Accenture Strategy from 2014 to 2018 in London, where she focused on strategic initiatives. Before that, she served as a Digital Publishing Editor at HarperCollins Publishers from 2012 to 2014, where she managed digital content and publishing strategies.
Education and Expertise
Cleo Little studied at the University of Oxford, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from 2008 to 2011. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in communication and critical thinking, which she applies in her design and strategy roles. Her expertise spans design, strategy, and digital publishing, enabling her to approach projects with a multifaceted perspective.
Sustainability and Inclusion Initiatives
In her career, Cleo Little has taken on significant responsibilities related to sustainability and diversity, equity, and inclusion. She served as Programme Director for a multi-stream programme at a Global Fashion Retailer, focusing on these critical areas. Additionally, she has played a key role in enhancing customer-centric approaches in retail, demonstrating her commitment to integrating these values into design and strategy.