Strategist
Creative
Designer
Strategist
Creative
Designer





Hi I'm Amulya! With a background in design strategy and an MBA, I help shape products, services, and systems that advance social impact.
I bridge creative insight with strategic thinking to create solutions that are purposeful, practical, and ready to drive meaningful, real-world change.
My process is never static; it's alive and adaptive, shifting shape based on context, people, and purpose. I DRIVE every project through a framework that combines human-centered design, strategic thinking, and iterative evolution:
Dilemma I start by understanding what's truly at stake. This means going beyond surface-level problems to uncover the human, business, and systemic tensions that need solving. Through deep empathy and research, I define the real challenge worth tackling.
Responsibility I take ownership of the ambiguous middle. Whether I'm leading research, facilitating workshops, or bridging strategy and execution, I identify where my unique perspective as both a designer and strategist can push the work forward. I own the questions that unlock clarity.
Iteration My design process follows the rhythm of the double diamond: diverging to explore possibilities, converging to define direction, then iterating rapidly through prototyping and testing. I move between big-picture strategy and hands-on craft, always asking: is this usable, beautiful, responsible, equitable, and future-ready?
Value I measure success by real-world impact. Did we solve the right problem? Did we create something people want to use? Did we deliver business value while staying true to user needs? I focus on outcomes that matter to both people and organizations.
Evolution Great design doesn't end at launch. I believe in building solutions that grow and adapt over time. I continuously ask: what did we learn? What would I do differently? How does this work contribute to a more responsible, equitable future?
In other words, my process is always in process.
My process is never static; it's alive and adaptive, shifting shape based on context, people, and purpose. I DRIVE every project through a framework that combines human-centered design, strategic thinking, and iterative evolution:
Dilemma I start by understanding what's truly at stake. This means going beyond surface-level problems to uncover the human, business, and systemic tensions that need solving. Through deep empathy and research, I define the real challenge worth tackling.
Responsibility I take ownership of the ambiguous middle. Whether I'm leading research, facilitating workshops, or bridging strategy and execution, I identify where my unique perspective as both a designer and strategist can push the work forward. I own the questions that unlock clarity.
Iteration My design process follows the rhythm of the double diamond: diverging to explore possibilities, converging to define direction, then iterating rapidly through prototyping and testing. I move between big-picture strategy and hands-on craft, always asking: is this usable, beautiful, responsible, equitable, and future-ready?
Value I measure success by real-world impact. Did we solve the right problem? Did we create something people want to use? Did we deliver business value while staying true to user needs? I focus on outcomes that matter to both people and organizations.
Evolution Great design doesn't end at launch. I believe in building solutions that grow and adapt over time. I continuously ask: what did we learn? What would I do differently? How does this work contribute to a more responsible, equitable future?
In other words, my process is always in process.
My Experience.
My Experience.
GSS Infotech
Design Strategist | Aug 2025 – Present
At GSS AI Labs, I lead 0→1 product design and strategy for early-stage AI products. My work spans problem discovery, user research, and product definition—translating complex business needs into clear AI use cases, intuitive user experiences, and scalable product directions. I work closely with founders, engineers, and stakeholders to shape products from initial concept through validation and go-to-market readiness.
GSS Infotech
Design Strategist | Aug 2025 – Present
At GSS AI Labs, I lead 0→1 product design and strategy for early-stage AI products. My work spans problem discovery, user research, and product definition—translating complex business needs into clear AI use cases, intuitive user experiences, and scalable product directions. I work closely with founders, engineers, and stakeholders to shape products from initial concept through validation and go-to-market readiness.
Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship
Startup Studio Associate | Oct 2024 – May 2025
Drove innovation and growth for the Startup Studio Club, expanding student participation from 1,000 to 2,000+ through new outreach strategies and ambassador-led marketing. Launched creative campaigns and redesigned the club’s brand presence, Instagram, and Notion site to attract diverse student founders. As TA for the Startup Accelerator, co-developed curriculum, organized investor panels, and mentored teams from ideation through startup incubation. Initiated the Kaplan Ambassador Program to connect students with mentors and resources, fostering a stronger entrepreneurial community.
Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship
Startup Studio Associate | Oct 2024 – May 2025
Drove innovation and growth for the Startup Studio Club, expanding student participation from 1,000 to 2,000+ through new outreach strategies and ambassador-led marketing. Launched creative campaigns and redesigned the club’s brand presence, Instagram, and Notion site to attract diverse student founders. As TA for the Startup Accelerator, co-developed curriculum, organized investor panels, and mentored teams from ideation through startup incubation. Initiated the Kaplan Ambassador Program to connect students with mentors and resources, fostering a stronger entrepreneurial community.
Hosperience
UX Researcher and Design Strategist | Aug 2024 – Mar 2025
UX Researcher and Design Strategist | Aug 2024 – Mar 2025
Built a strategic product roadmap for a healthcare startup, conducting 20+ user interviews and mapping patient and caregiver journeys to redesign information flows. Designed the MVP interface, ran user testing, and presented at MATTER and Loyola I-Corps@NCATS, securing talks with clinics and nurse practitioners for pilots.
Institute of Indic Wisdom
Design Strategist | Jun 2024 – Aug 2024
Design Strategist | Jun 2024 – Aug 2024
Revitalized legacy research on Indic Knowledge Systems and presented at IIT Bombay’s national conference, generating 100+ publication requests. Designed and launched a new website targeting younger audiences, developed tools and frameworks for leadership and learning, and initiated partnerships with three organizations for new classes and workshops.
What do I do when I'm Off the Clock?
When I’m not working, you’ll often find me deep into a chess match, flowing through a grounding yoga pose, or lost in a fascinating documentary. These moments keep me curious, centered, and always learning.
What do I do when I'm Off the Clock?
My process is never static; it's alive and adaptive, shifting shape based on context, people, and purpose. I DRIVE every project through a framework that combines human-centered design, strategic thinking, and iterative evolution:
Dilemma I start by understanding what's truly at stake. This means going beyond surface-level problems to uncover the human, business, and systemic tensions that need solving. Through deep empathy and research, I define the real challenge worth tackling.
Responsibility I take ownership of the ambiguous middle. Whether I'm leading research, facilitating workshops, or bridging strategy and execution, I identify where my unique perspective as both a designer and strategist can push the work forward. I own the questions that unlock clarity.
Iteration My design process follows the rhythm of the double diamond: diverging to explore possibilities, converging to define direction, then iterating rapidly through prototyping and testing. I move between big-picture strategy and hands-on craft, always asking: is this usable, beautiful, responsible, equitable, and future-ready?
Value I measure success by real-world impact. Did we solve the right problem? Did we create something people want to use? Did we deliver business value while staying true to user needs? I focus on outcomes that matter to both people and organizations.
Evolution Great design doesn't end at launch. I believe in building solutions that grow and adapt over time. I continuously ask: what did we learn? What would I do differently? How does this work contribute to a more responsible, equitable future?
In other words, my process is always in process.
My process:
What do I do when I'm Off the Clock?
When I’m not working, you’ll often find me deep into a chess match, flowing through a grounding yoga pose, or lost in a fascinating documentary. These moments keep me curious, centered, and always learning.