Ida Padikuor Na-Tei

• Designed an innovation project on an Automated Soap Factory, demonstrating the integration of creative engineering, design iteration, and user-focused efficiency improvements.
• Designed and managed an interactive learning platform that introduced young learners to hands-on experiences in robotics, drones, electronics, 3D printing, and coding, fostering creative confidence and future-ready skills.
• Applied human-centered design principles to structure engaging STEM training modules to enhance accessibility and user engagement across diverse communities.
• Led cross-functional collaboration between educators, engineers, and designers to co-create meaningful learning experiences that blended technology, storytelling, and design strategy.
• Conducted user research and feedback analysis to understand learner behaviors and preferences, translating insights into iterative improvements in platform usability and curriculum design.

• Applied design thinking and systems mapping to improve proposal workflows, transforming complex technical information into clear, user-centered presentations that drove successful contract bids.
• Supported end-to-end project design and implementation for projects exceeding $3M, coordinating planning, prototyping, and evaluation using tools such as NetSuite ERP, Gantt charts, and Excel to ensure efficient delivery and user satisfaction.
• Created design-informed proposals that helped secure high-value partnerships, blending storytelling, technical communication, and strategic design planning.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and government stakeholders to align design objectives with operational goals and deliver accessible, high-impact experiences.
• Championed human-centered design principles in workplace processes, earning a CEO Safety Award for improving user safety systems and operational environments.

• Contributed to regional and global internet governance dialogues through active engagement with Internet Society and ICANN processes, advancing inclusive, open, and rights-respecting internet policy for Africa and the Global South.

• Represented youth and community perspectives in multistakeholder forums, supporting policy discussions on digital rights, online safety, access, and emerging technologies.

• Supported capacity building and advocacy initiatives that strengthened youth participation in internet governance, policy literacy, and responsible digital leadership.

• Advanced SDG 4 education outcomes by collaborating with UNICEF Ghana on youth centered advocacy for equitable access to quality education, digital skills, and safe learning environments.

• Led and supported community and national level education initiatives focused on underserved children and young people, integrating technology, inclusion, and child online safety into learning pathways.

• Strengthened human-centered leadership through experiential learning in design thinking, innovation strategy, and entrepreneurial management.
• Applied user-focused design methods to develop scalable social impact projects, integrating empathy, research, and iterative problem-solving.
• Improved Cultural & emotional intelligence to support inclusive teamwork and empower emerging leaders within community and organizational settings.
• Recognized for outstanding social impact and leadership through multiple honors, including a Commendation Letter from the Vice President of the United States, a Special Congressional Certificate (7th District of Pennsylvania), and a Certificate of Recognition from the Mayor of Allentown.
• Leadership in Business (Fully Funded Fellowship)

• Built global partnerships, including a mentorship program with Wentors, to advance inclusion and gender equity in technology education and leadership.
• Designed and led communication strategies that enhanced brand storytelling and user engagement across technology-focused events and digital platforms.
• Conducted user and audience research to uncover behavioral insights, guiding content design and experience strategies that improved interaction and visibility.
• Oversaw production of multimedia content and visual assets, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and emotional resonance in user-facing materials.
• Hosted and curated the TVA Dialogue series, an acclaimed technology storytelling platform recognized at the Mobex Africa Innovations Awards for excellence in digital engagement.