Madelena M.

Madelena M. is an accomplished design professional with extensive experience in user experience and product design. Currently serving on the Leadership Committee at Open Home Foundation and as the Lead of Product & Design Team at Home Assistant, Madelena plays a crucial role in steering one of the largest open-source projects on GitHub. As the founder of Madelena Makes, Madelena has provided design services to notable startups, including Nabu Casa and Meta NPE. With a background in mentoring and directing at StartupBus and a strong track record of delivering impactful design solutions at the United Nations, Madelena has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and leadership in the tech industry. An alumnus of the Rhode Island School of Design, Madelena holds degrees in Architecture and Fine Arts.