Hi, I'm Nina Walia - White House Presidential Innovation Fellow | Former Google & Nike
I thrive at the intersection of technology, design, and public service, building award-winning experiences for brands like Google and Nike, and driving innovation within government. My passion lies in creating impactful, human-centered solutions that educate, inspire, and improve lives.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led experience design for Google Hardware and Nike+ Fuelband, securing four design patents.
Served as an Entrepreneur in Residence and Senior Advisor to the FDA and ARPA-H, driving innovation.
Can advise on strategies for engaging new audiences with technology and navigating government innovation.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Design & Technology
Developed award-winning, user-centered designs for leading tech and consumer brands, including Google and Nike.
✦ Product Design
✦ User Experience
✦ Fortune 100
Public Service & Innovation Fellowship
Served as a Presidential Innovation Fellow, driving digital transformation and advising agencies like the FDA and ARPA-H.
✦ Government Innovation
✦ Digital Transformation
✦ Public Service
Leadership in Cultural Engagement
Currently directing audience engagement and digital strategy at the Smithsonian American Art Museum & Renwick Gallery.
✦ Museum Leadership
✦ Audience Engagement
✦ Digital Strategy
💪🏻 Superpowers
Pioneer in Tech-Human Centered Design
Translating complex technology into accessible, impactful experiences.
Spearheaded innovative digital transformation strategies.
Designed interactive textiles for emerging technology applications.
Secured four design patents for novel product concepts.
Cross-Sector Strategic Advisor
Driving modernization and commercialization across public and private sectors.
Advised ARPA-H on commercialization and strategic partnerships.
Aligned technology roadmaps with governmental priorities.
Shaped digital transformation initiatives at the Smithsonian.
Community Builder & Advocate
Fostering inclusive communities and amplifying underrepresented voices.
Co-founded Subcontinental Drift to support South Asian Americans in arts.
Leveraged design to motivate, educate, and inspire diverse audiences.
Championed initiatives for public good through technology.
I'm excited about
Exploring collaborations with innovators in creative technology and cultural institutions.
Seeking partners to scale impactful digital experiences in public spaces.
Identifying opportunities to merge art, technology, and community engagement.
I can help with
Advise on strategies for engaging new audiences with technology.
Provide insights into human-centered design for complex systems.
Share expertise on navigating innovation within government agencies.
I would love your help on
Connect with leaders in the intersection of AI and creative arts.
Find opportunities for cross-sector partnerships in educational technology.
Identify emerging platforms for interactive and participatory digital experiences.