Hi, I'm Julia
I’m a designer and strategist skilled in spotting future trends and turning insights into actionable strategies that drive meaningful innovation and business impact.
Julia holds a B.S. in Learning and Organizational Change from Northwestern University, where she was awarded a full athletic scholarship and competed as an NCAA Division I fencer. She later earned a Master’s in Integrated Product Design from Politecnico di Milano, one of the world’s top design universities, and completed additional studies in Interaction Design at the University of Technology Sydney.
Julia’s work blends over a decade of elite international sports experience with deep training in product-service design, design research, and strategy. She has collaborated with global brands including Amazon, De’Longhi, Spark Reply, and the European Space Agency, working on interdisciplinary teams to create meaningful innovations.
Julia believes that design is not just about aesthetics or functionality, but about creative leadership and systems thinking that solve real problems at scale. Her entrepreneurial spirit fuels her mission to develop innovative products, services, and business models that empower people to perform better, live healthier, and build sustainable futures.
MY STORY
Before I became a designer, I was a high-performance athlete. In fencing, I earned medals at Polish National Championships, secured a spot on the National Team for 5 consecutive years, won a bronze medal at the European Championships, and became Vice World Champion. Participating in sports from a young age shaped me into a highly adaptable, disciplined, and team-oriented individual.
Northwestern University
Evanston, USA | 2018-22
Recognized with a four-year full athletic scholarship, I traveled to the US to pursue my studies in BS in Learning and Organizational Change, along with a minor in Entrepreneurship and Design. My studies provided me with a strong foundation in business, research, and industrial design. I had the privilege to represent Northwestern as an NCAA Division I Varsity Fencer, leading the team to historic results, earning All-American titles, and becoming a finalist at prestigious NCAA Championships.
Politecnico di Milano
Milan, Italy | 2022-24
For my master's studies, I moved to the capital of design to pursue an MSc in Integrated Product Design at the top 6 Design University worldwide. There, I worked on multi-national teams on a variety of product design projects across industries. I developed my thesis under the guidance of the CEO of PoliDesign and a Stanford visiting scholar and MIT collaborator, blending my passions for technology, sports, and design.
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, Australia (2024)
I spent a semester abroad studying Interaction Design at the University of Technology Sydney, Australia’s premier tech university. This opportunity allowed me to delve deeply into digital design and emerging technologies. There, I also competed with the university’s fencing team, securing 1st place in Sydney and 2nd place at the Australian Cup in Melbourne.
