AMI MEHTA

Product Design & Research Leader
With over three decades of experience, my passion is driving strategic innovation, human-centered research, and transformative design. I uncover deep user insights and translate them into breakthrough product strategies that challenge norms and unlock new market opportunities. My expertise lies in rethinking design, experience, and technology paradigms—delivering sustainable, high-impact solutions for corporations, startups, and nonprofits. By blending user empathy with strategic foresight, I craft future-ready experiences that drive business growth and lasting impact. I thrive at the intersection of intuition and analytics, crafting visionary solutions that bridge human needs with cutting-edge innovation. I continue to push the boundaries of product design and research, blending analysis with emotion, logic with poetry. The world is ever-changing, and I am here—to listen, to build, to shape what comes next.

Hewlett-Packard Resident Fellowship

Palo Alto, California | June 2000 – June 2001 A distinction reserved for HP’s top 2% of future inventors, this fellowship not only recognized my ability to redefine product experiences but also funded my Stanford master’s program, positioning me at the forefront of design-driven innovation.

2X Women’s Tech Conference

San Francisco, CA | June 2017 Selected as one of 15 women in technology to speak at this prestigious conference, which highlighted the reality that women must work twice as hard as men—hence "2X." Addressed an audience of 1,000 industry leaders, sharing insights on the intersection of design, research, and emerging technology to inspire innovation and progress in the field.

7x7 San Francisco Magazine

San Francisco, California | May 2012 Featured in a special article on balancing the fast-paced tech world with mindfulness, I shared how self-awareness fuels creativity and leadership. 7x7—a lifestyle magazine covering fashion, culture, and innovation in the San Francisco Bay Area—highlighted my approach to integrating mindfulness into high-impact work. The article reached a broad audience, resonating with professionals and creatives across the Bay Area and beyond. Its message sparked conversations about the importance of mindfulness in high-pressure environments.

Outside of work, I roam with glee,
Through Italian towns, where life feels free.
In Florence, I speak the language true,
Immersed in culture, old and new.

In Laguna Beach, the waves I ride,
With the ocean’s rhythm as my guide.
Snorkeling beneath the sunlit blue,
Finding peace in waters, calm and true.

Yoga brings balance, a moment to breathe,
Astrology whispers secrets to believe.
Designing jewelry with hands that create,
Strumming my guitar, life feels so great.

Daily walks with Macchiato, my pup so small,
She finds the magic in nature’s call.
Together we wander, explore every sight,
In a world that shimmers with wonder and light.

Co-creator and Author
Laguna Beach, California
yOgatRip for Kids | The Power of the Ancient Stone teaches yoga to kids (5-12) through storytelling, hip-hop, and rhyme, making yoga fun and engaging. Developed as a seven-level system blending ancient wisdom with modern learning.

200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training
Sivananda Ashram, Nassau, Bahamas
Developed a deep understanding of mind-body awareness, integrating breathwork and movement to enhance focus, adaptability, and leadership presence in high-stakes corporate environments.

50-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training
Avalon Yoga Center, Palo Alto, California
Specialized in restorative practices that cultivate patience, balance, and emotional intelligence—essential skills for navigating complex business landscapes with clarity and intention.