Elisha Hardy

Elisha Hardy is an accomplished UX design professional and educator with extensive experience in various roles within the field. Currently serving as a Climatebase Fellow since March 2024, Elisha has a rich history of freelance design work dating back to 2003, focusing on both digital and print projects. At MetroStar from March 2021 to August 2025, Elisha held the position of Principal UX Architect, leading significant projects, managing junior designers, and contributing to sustainability initiatives. Previous roles include User Experience Architect at John Wiley and Sons, where Elisha managed complex web application projects, and User Experience Designer/Product Manager at Amplify, leading the design for a science curriculum. Elisha's career also includes positions at HUGE Inc. as an Interaction Designer and as a Senior Graphic Designer and Research Mentor at Indiana University, honing skills in user research, project management, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Elisha earned an M.S. in Human Computer Interaction Design and a BA in Fine Arts with a focus on Graphic Design from Indiana University Bloomington.