Alishia C.
About Alishia C.
Alishia C. is a Lead Experience Designer at ThoughtWorks in Singapore, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in user experience design and project management, with previous roles at DBS Bank, GovTech Singapore, and NTUC Enterprise.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Alishia C. has been serving as the Lead Experience Designer at ThoughtWorks since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experiences through design strategies and methodologies. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with user needs and business objectives. Alishia's tenure at ThoughtWorks has allowed her to apply her extensive knowledge in product development and user research to create thoughtful and effective user experiences.
Previous Experience
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Alishia held various positions that contributed to her expertise in user experience design and project management. She worked as a Customer Relationship Manager at DBS Bank from 2014 to 2015, followed by a role as a Project Consultant at Adelphi Digital Consulting Group from 2015 to 2016. Alishia then served as a UX Designer at GovTech Singapore from 2016 to 2019 and as a Senior UX Researcher at NTUC Enterprise Co-operative Limited from 2019 to 2020. Each of these roles helped her build a comprehensive skill set in user experience and design.
Education and Expertise
Alishia holds a Diploma with Merit in Interactive Media Informatics from Temasek Polytechnic, which she completed from 2008 to 2011. She furthered her education at Nanyang Technological University, earning a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Engineering and Media from 2011 to 2014, followed by a Master of Science in Information Systems from 2017 to 2019. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both technical and design principles, enhancing her capabilities as a Lead Experience Designer.
Teaching Role at Singapore University of Social Sciences
In addition to her role at ThoughtWorks, Alishia has been an Adjunct Lecturer at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) since 2020. In this position, she shares her knowledge and experience in user experience design with students, fostering the next generation of designers. Her teaching role complements her professional work, allowing her to stay engaged with emerging trends and practices in the field.
Advocacy for Honest Communication
Alishia advocates for honest and original communication within her professional practice. She believes that transparent communication enhances work quality and contributes to creating thoughtful user experiences. This principle guides her interactions with colleagues and clients, ensuring that design processes are collaborative and aligned with user needs.