Emily Kao

Driven by the principles of empathy and circularity, my own purpose is to make good design both accessible to people and responsible to the environment. I have created experiences that service better human connections, streamline journeys, and hopefully tickle someone’s heart and brain along the way. Across our work, I strive to expand the inclusive framework of environment-centered design—because humans are only one of 8.7 million species that live on our precious planet.

Prior to joining the consulting world, I was immersed in the art of experiential storytelling and world-building for brands and festivals, where I also proactively initiated to integrate sustainability practices into event production.

When I’m not grazing on the grass of problem-solving, I’m drinking loose-leaf tea, bikin’ round town, practicing Spanish, and asking people questions about their cultural upbringing.