Krissi Xenakis
About Krissi Xenakis
Krissi Xenakis is the Director of Design at Komodo Health and an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. She has extensive experience in design leadership, having previously worked at IBM, Shake, Inc., and Joe Zeff Design, Inc.
Director of Design at Komodo Health
Krissi Xenakis currently holds the role of Director of Design at Komodo Health. In this capacity, she leads design initiatives and oversees the creation and enhancement of digital health solutions. Her role involves guiding a team of designers to innovate and improve user experiences, contributing to the company’s mission of using data science and technology to address healthcare challenges.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor at School of Visual Arts
In addition to her role at Komodo Health, Krissi Xenakis serves as an Adjunct Faculty Instructor at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. She has been part of the faculty since 2018, teaching in the Products of Design department. Her experience in the design industry enriches her teaching, providing students with industry insights and practical skills.
Design Lead at IBM Cloud Garage
Krissi Xenakis held multiple key roles at IBM, including Design Lead for the Americas at IBM’s Cloud Garage from 2018 to 2021. Prior to this, she served as Design Lead at the IBM Cloud Garage from 2016 to 2018 and as Visual Design Lead for IBM Z from 2015 to 2016. During her tenure at IBM, she led various design initiatives and projects that contributed to the advancement of cloud solutions.
Head of Design at Shake, Inc.
Before joining IBM, Krissi Xenakis was the Head of Design at Shake, Inc. from 2013 to 2015. In this role, she spearheaded design efforts for the company, focusing on developing user-centric products and enhancing the overall design strategy. Her leadership helped shape Shake, Inc.’s approach to design and product development.
Education and Academic Background
Krissi Xenakis has a strong educational background with an MFA in Graphic Design from The Maryland Institute College of Art, completed in 2011. She also holds a B.A. in Journalism from Michigan State University, which she earned in 2006. Her academic training complements her extensive professional experience, providing a solid foundation for her contributions to the design and educational fields.