Grishma Rao
About Grishma Rao
Grishma Rao is an Interaction Design Lead at IDEO, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Surat and a Master's Level Diploma in Interaction Design from the Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design.
Work at IDEO
Grishma Rao serves as an Interaction Design Lead at IDEO, a prominent design and consulting firm. She has held this position since 2021, contributing her expertise in interaction design to various projects. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative design solutions that enhance user experiences.
Education and Expertise
Grishma Rao earned her Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Surat, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master’s Level Diploma in Interaction Design from the Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design in 2016. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both engineering and design principles.
Background
Grishma Rao's academic journey began at the National Institute of Technology Surat, where she focused on Electrical Engineering. Following her undergraduate studies, she pursued a specialization in Interaction Design at the Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design. This combination of technical and design education has shaped her approach to creating user-centered design solutions.
Professional Experience
Since joining IDEO in 2021, Grishma Rao has leveraged her skills in interaction design to lead various projects. Her role involves understanding user needs and translating them into effective design strategies. Her experience in both engineering and design allows her to bridge the gap between technical feasibility and user experience.