About Nivan
Time is not just something we move through, it’s something we design. At Nivan, every era becomes a canvas: the past teaches us, the present transforms us, and the future invites us to imagine what’s next. This is where creativity meets intelligence, and where bold minds come together to elevate possibilities.
Our Mission
INNOVATION
Championing diverse voices and fearless leaders shaping the future of design, innovation, and impact.
LEADERSHIP
Join expert-led discussions on leading design teams and driving innovation through AI.
COLLABORATION
Bridging boundaries across industries and continents to co-create bold solutions that move humanity forward.
Discover Our Leadership Visionaries
Niketa Jhaveri - Founder
Niketa Jhaveri is a UX Leader, speaker, and visionary who has spent over two decades shaping how humans interact with technology. Her work sits at the intersection of AI, UX, and Design, where creativity meets intelligence and ideas turn into impact.
Born and raised in Mumbai and now based in Chicago, Niketa’s journey embodies what Nivan stands for — grit, reinvention, and evolution across time.
Nivan is her next chapter, a global movement inspired by her belief that: “The future doesn’t just happen. We design it, one idea, one connection, one moment at a time.”
Tareq Ayub - Advisor
Skilled in strategy, agile execution, technology architecture, product innovation, software engineering, and applying emerging technology trends. Experienced in operating at the c-suite level, driving board-level engagement, leading and developing people, and motivating cross-functional teams at all levels.
Gavin Lew - Advisor
Gavin is a visionary UX Research and Design leader with over 25 years of experience transforming insights into extraordinary product experiences. His career has been defined by a relentless pursuit of what he calls “UX Adjectives and Adverbs” — designing products that are not just functional, but intuitive, engaging, and inspiring. He believes the true measure of design success lies in how it makes people feel, and he has built his career around achieving that emotional resonance through research-driven innovation.
Mrudula Sreekanth
Mrudula is a seasoned UX Research and Interaction Design leader with over two decades of experience shaping human-centered design practices across global organizations. As COO and Head of UX Research at PeepalDesign, she blends strategic vision with analytical rigor to drive impactful research that informs business decisions and elevates product experiences.
Glenn Van Houten - Creative & Branding
Glenn is an accomplished Creative and Brand Director with over two decades of experience shaping visual identities, digital products, and user experiences across global brands. His career spans leadership roles at Amazon, Intuit, and Scantron, where he has led teams in UX design, branding, and innovation. At Amazon, Glenn has driven design strategy for high-impact initiatives, including the Rufus generative AI project and Amazon Game Growth. His background blends creative direction, design systems, and user experience innovation, making him a visionary leader who bridges art, technology, and storytelling to build brands that inspire and perform.
Fritz Boyle - Program Management
Fritz is a seasoned Program Management leader with over 20 years of experience orchestrating large-scale initiatives across technology, design, and operations. With a proven record at Amazon and global enterprises, he has led cross-functional teams to deliver complex programs that blend innovation, efficiency, and measurable results. His expertise lies in building scalable systems, streamlining operations, and aligning stakeholders toward shared strategic outcomes.
Pamela Stoffregen-Gay - Advisor
Pamela is a dynamic leader and Managing Partner at Bold Insight, a leading UX and human factors research agency known for delivering data-driven design insights that shape exceptional customer and patient experiences. With deep expertise in marketing strategy, communications, and organizational leadership, she bridges the worlds of research, storytelling, and business growth to amplify impact and connection.
Rajeev Maheshwari - Advisor
24+ years of industry experience with strong knowledge of IT Infrastructure Services, Application Development, Business Development, Application Support, Testing services, Digital Operations and Platforms services.
A consistent performer, result oriented individual, a team player with a successful past. Ability to deliver customer success and account growth by harmonizing global, diverse, and cross-functional teams. Effective communicator, well-known for influencing stakeholders and driving results with a Client First Mindset.