Inclusive by Design

Christina is a woman at the forefront of an essential movement towards inclusivity in design and technology. She has a unique and memorable voice, championing individuals often ignored by these industries – particularly those with disabilities.

At the start of Christina's professional career, her arms slowly became paralyzed. The transition to “disabled” was challenging but has never slowed her down for a second. As a young designer starting her career with a “disability,” she felt under-represented as a consumer. Rather than being discouraged, she recognized the opportunity to grow awareness and make a measurable impact within the industry. She is currently leading inclusive design across Microsoft worldwide, ensuring that technology considers the needs of marginalized communities. In her free time, she sits on the board of Open Style Lab, a design education nonprofit focused on creating an accessible future. In addition, she runs a consulting firm advising brands like Inclusively, Unilever, Macy's, IKEA, Tommy Hilfiger, & Pepsi on how to make customer experiences more inclusive.

Christina’s work around inclusive design has received worldwide attention and has been featured in Fast Company, Vogue, NBC News, Netflix, PBS, Hulu, and BBC. Also, she received LinkedIn Top Voice in Design 2020, Smithsonian's Emerging Designer of the Year 2019, Ad Age 40 under 40 and D&I Champion of the Year, Adweek Creative 100, Yahoo’s HERoes Role Model 2020, and Business Insider’s Rising Stars.