International Keynote Speaker
Want to book me for your next conference? Topics I speak about:
Emerging Technology & Experiences
Responsible Innovation
Leadership and Collaborative Workplaces
Women in Stem
Product Strategy
Human-centered Design
PANELS & FIRESIDE
“Unlock the Future of Customer Experience” at CXSphere NY
KEYNOTES & WORKSHOP
“Build better products by engaging hard-to-reach users” at Women Who Code
“Experimentation for Innovation” at GovCity for SXSW
“Human Centered Design For Innovation” Workshop at VoxMedia
“AI, DEI & CREATIVITY: Expanding The Human Experience” at ADCOLOR
“Shaping Tomorrow: Gen AI and the Next Tech Revolution” at Ally
Where You’ve Seen Me
What People Are Saying
“Ariba is doing some of the most vital work in design today, and excels at talking about it in an accessible, inspiring way.”
— David Dylan Thomas, author, "Design for Cognitive Bias"
“I jump at any opportunity to work with Ariba and hope you will too. She's brilliant, curious, thoughtful, and honest – which I believe are such important traits of an engaging and impactful speaker. Ariba truly cares about understanding her audience and asks the right questions to make sure she can deliver just what they need. She's also very collaborative and open to feedback which, as a producer and curator, makes it so great to work with her. Ariba doesn't shy away from tough topics and challenges her audiences to do the same. The world needs more Ariba – hire her for your next event!”
— Danielle Barnes, CEO, Women Talk Design
“Loving how @aribajahan is challenging a room of designers at #bigd19 to think about who’s not in the room while providing strategies to do so: 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”
— Jen B, Experience & Design Strategist
“Wow. @aribajahan killed it with her inspiring, practical talk: “Who’s not in the room? Build better products by engaging hard to reach users.” Such a good combination of personal story & case study to engage & challenge assumptions about teens & bullying.”
— Chris G, Research Strategist & Founder
“I really appreciated the way you shared your ideas and methods with us, but also encouraged us to share as well. It really made this feel like the talk was a safe space and helped me learn what I should specifically be looking for in the next team that I work with.”
—Aska M, Brand Designer
“Ariba's insights into the world of AI were truly enlightening. She eloquently addressed the misconception that AI is an overly complex field, emphasizing how it can create barriers for black and brown communities. Her ability to humanize AI experiences made the topic accessible and relatable, reminding us that technology should be inclusive, not intimidating. She showcased how AI is not a singular entity but a collaborative force that can empower us all. Her passion and expertise opened our eyes to the potential of AI, inspiring everyone to engage with these emerging technologies.“
-- Michelle Green, Paramount
“First of all, I was completely floored by Ariba’s talk; so powerful, and so on point. Ariba's talk was enlightening, powerful, and much needed - I deeply appreciate her posing thought-provoking questions and providing CTAs for us to become better, inclusive designers.”
— Nikhila N, Product Designer, Hubspot
Highlighted Talks
Who’s not in the room? Build better products by engaging hard-to-reach users | NDC London
We can’t empathize our way out of privilege | Interaction Design Conference
Cultivating Resilience | Keynote at Etsy Design
Being Visible for Your Career | Asians in Advertising
Collaboration for the W.I.N. | BOOSTXL with Valence Community