Vidya Nayak
PRODUCT DESIGN LEADER
Vidya Nayak is a renowned Product Design Leader with over 20 years of experience and a proven track record of shaping AI-driven products and strategy across early-stage startups and global organizations. She excels at leading AI transformations and building high-performing teams within complex matrixed organizations, fostering a user-first culture while consistently delivering high-impact outcomes.
Vidya’s leadership spans across Yahoo, SoFi, Disney Interactive, News Corp (Fox), Rodale, iWin, and more – from helping shape SoFi’s product strategy and vision through its IPPO journey to launching the first mobile apps for Fox News and Fox Business.
A coffee lover and mom of two, she enjoys podcasts, books, and exploring new places. She’s passionate about the environment and giving back to her community through volunteering.
FEATURED [Speaker / Events / Podcast]:
Mashable Women in Tech Special Feature, 2025
Design Leadership Insights, 2021
Design Systems Podcast, 2020 [Apple Podcast/Spotify]
FinTech Design Summit Americas & Global Conference, 2020 & 2021
Mentorship & Annual Portfolio Review, Academy of Art University