Prakriti Parijat

Prakriti Parijat is a seasoned professional in user experience research and design, currently serving as Director and Head of Research at Instacart since September 2020. Previously held key roles at DBS Bank from February 2016 to February 2020, including VP and Head of UX Research & Insights, where Prakriti managed a team of 10 researchers and supported over 50 designers across multiple countries. Other noteworthy experiences include positions at PebbleRoad Pte Ltd, Human Factors International, and RECOUP Neuromusculoskeletal Rehabilitation Centre. Prakriti possesses advanced academic credentials with a Ph.D. and multiple master's degrees from Virginia Tech, specializing in Human Factors, Ergonomics, and Biomedical Engineering.