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Paula Kawakami

Paula Kawakami

She/Her
Design Researcher
CE&S • XSD
About

Design researcher with a background in inclusive research practices, graphic design, and social architecture. Passionate about uncovering complex systemic issues, finding root causes, and co-creating accessible design experiences.

Speaker's Sessions

Life on Islands: How to run and grow a fully remote studio

Design operationsDesign operations
Overview

Hybrid and remote work are no longer a trend, but our lived reality. But how do you run a successful studio with a fully remote team? How do you create a culture of collaboration, connectedness, and contribution across different time zones and locations? And how do you grow your studio four times larger in just two years without compromising your vision and values? Hear from our studio how we tackled these challenges with 35 people across six countries and 22 cities. We’ll offer some practical tips and tools you can test in your studio this week.