Building others up to drive individual, team, and organizational growth
MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP
Leadership Approach
I’m a people-centric, growth-oriented leader who aims to blend my professional expertise with genuine care for my team, organization, client partners, and the work itself.
I strongly believe that building trusting relationships, empowering others, fostering collaboration, and cultivating a healthy environment creates a culture where individuals can thrive, drive change, and contribute to collective success.
Coaching and talent development are at the heart of my management style. I’m deeply committed to the growth and well-being of team members. As such I…
Provide support and encourage autonomy
Ask open-ended questions to prompt self-initiation
Actively listen and create space for open dialogue
Focus on short-term performance and long-term career growth
Celebrate wins, acknowledge progress, and provide feedback on day-to-day work
Sponsor team members for initiatives that align with their interests and goals
People Leadership
4
years managing mid to
lead-level designers
25+
designers managed
6
designers trained
to promotion
“Neha provided an unrivaled amount of support unlike any other I have come across in my professional career. There were exceptional times where Neha stepped up to the plate to support me during difficult projects, lending a helping hand as to how to support my growth during those times. Her positivity and thoughtfulness made it incredibly easy to connect with her and build deep rapport. Her thoughtfulness goes above and beyond just an individual level. I do not believe I’d be where I am in my career without someone like Neha in my life.”
Josh Stewart | Senior Experience Designer, Think Company
I take a thoughtful, planned approach to leading project teams. I place equal importance on team health as I do on serving clients with high quality work. To do this I…
Quickly develop trust and rapport
Ensure everyone understands scope, client goals, and project strategy
Establish clear roles, processes, information access, collaboration spaces, and feedback cycles
Balance client expectations with empowering team members to step up and shine
Am happy to roll up my sleeves and contribute tactically when needed
Always keep the team’s and client’s interests in mind, ensuring the experience is productive and enjoyable
Project Leadership
6
years leading and advising client projects
10+
industries, primarily enterprises
35+
designers, researchers, content strategists, and developers led
Select Clients
“She's always considering the social and behavioral impact her work will have on the people she's designing for. This intense focus on people also makes Neha a brilliant advocate. She knows how to explain user needs in a way that both highlights problems that need solving and enhances business expectations. Her narrative frameworks are perfectly balanced, and she's adept at tying every consideration (feasibility, usability, and viability) into actionable next steps. What I most enjoyed about my time working with Neha is our collaborative sessions. When working out a problem, she always created a safe space for exploration. No idea was too small. And she made those sessions fun! We always left with smiles, especially when someone had a lightbulb moment and solutions flew off the whiteboard.”
Darian Davis | UX Strategist, Vanguard
I'm proactive in leading department-wide programs and developing scalable processes for operational improvements. I take a cross-functional approach to enhance a department's culture and effectiveness. Examples include…
Creating a departmental training program
Matching client projects with team member availability, skill, and interest
Improving the recruitment process, writing hiring criteria, and iterating on the onboarding process
Establishing design standards and processes to ensure consistent delivery quality
Initiate department events to build camaraderie, promote dialogue, and facilitate collective skill-building
Department Leadership
10+
cross-functional managers
45+
designers, researchers, and content strategists
70+
cross-functional delivery team members
“Neha stands out as one of the most impactful leaders I’ve ever had the privilege of working with during my 10+ years in the digital design industry. In addition to her deep design expertise, she is an invaluable asset in how she leads with empathy and a desire to continuously improve. In our six years of working together at Think Company, she spearheaded design education programs within our department and honed the skills of countless designers at scale. She fostered relationships within the broader design and education community, positioning our practitioners to make impact outside of our organization through partnerships with local schools and universities. Neha’s expansive design skills, growth mindset, and adaptive approach to problem solving make her an incredible addition to any team.”
Allison Drechsler | Design Manager, Think Company
My approachable nature helps me build rapport with colleagues at all levels. I’m not afraid to address important, sometimes challenging, issues, in order to strengthen our collective output. I’ve done this by…
Bringing diverse perspectives together and facilitating meaningful conversations across the organization
Spearheading the launch of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program
Conducting outreach and advocacy, fostering partnerships with educational institutions and participating in industry events
Organizational Leadership
5+
Years doing DEI work with co-workers from all levels & departments
8+
Policies, processes, and company standards improved by DEI work
10+
Schools, universities, community orgnizations partnered with
“Beyond her technical skills, Neha is a builder of inclusive communities where diverse perspectives are valued, and allyship is a lived practice. Her commitment to fostering collaboration and mutual respect elevates every team she’s a part of, making her an exceptional design leader who leaves a profound impact.”
Joe Pascavage | Senior Manager of UX Strategy & Design, Vanguard