Maria Georgiou
About Maria Georgiou
Maria Georgiou is an Accessibility Programme Manager at Unilever, specializing in user experience and accessibility best practices. With over 20 years of experience in digital programme management, she has held various roles in organizations such as NHS and Aire Logic Limited.
Current Role at Neem Consulting Limited
Maria Georgiou serves as the Accessibility Programme Manager for Consumer Experience at Neem Consulting Limited since 2023. In this role, she focuses on integrating accessibility best practices into product and software delivery processes. Her responsibilities include developing digital accessibility strategies and ensuring compliance with established standards. Maria's expertise in user experience and accessibility allows her to effectively engage stakeholders and promote user-first approaches across projects.
Previous Experience at Aire Logic Limited
Before joining Neem Consulting Limited, Maria worked at Aire Logic Limited as Programme Manager and Principal Consultant from 2020 to 2022. During her tenure, she managed various projects that emphasized accessibility and user experience. Her role involved collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions that met client needs and improved digital accessibility.
Professional Background in Accessibility and User Experience
Maria has over 20 years of experience in digital programme and product delivery management, with a strong emphasis on accessibility and user experience. She has held various positions, including Accessibility Lead at iSOFT from 2008 to 2010 and Design Manager at NHS Connecting for Health from 2002 to 2007. Her extensive background includes leading teams, mentoring professionals, and embedding inclusive design practices into projects.
Educational Qualifications
Maria Georgiou studied at Staffordshire University from 1995 to 1998, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in Film and Literature. Her educational background provides a foundation for her analytical skills and creative approach to problem-solving in the field of accessibility and user experience.
Skills and Certifications
Maria is a Certified Scrum Product Owner, proficient in various project management methodologies, including agile, waterfall, and hybrid approaches. She specializes in business analysis, requirements gathering, and documentation. Her skills extend to full-spectrum UX research methodologies, web and mobile accessibility testing, and consultancy in accordance with W3C WAI WCAG 2.1 standards.