Member since October 2025
I am an empathetic designer who leads with empathy and passion. My neurodivergence (ADHD and dyslexia) gives me an unique advantage to be able to see the big picture and problem solve in a way that others may overlook. I love to be hands-on, whether it be crafting, sketching ideas on a whiteboard, observing users in their own environment, or facilitating design thinking exercises to help collaborate and iterate on designs and solutions. I am incredibly passionate about creating, fostering, and designing inclusive and accessible experiences. There is a huge misconception that beautiful designs cannot be accessible, but a good user experience does not exclude users based on their abilities, accessibility benefits all.
Nikki Kuhn is a seasoned senior-level accessibility designer with over 15 years of experience in the field. With a strong passion for creating inclusive digital experiences, Nikki has played a pivotal role in enhancing the accessibility of websites, applications, and digital content for numerous organizations. Nikki is known for her deep understanding of accessibility guidelines and best practices, ensuring that products meet or exceed industry standards. Nikki's expertise in user research, usability testing, and assistive technology has driven the growth of user-friendly and barrier-free digital solutions. As a thought leader, she frequently networks, contributes to accessibility initiatives, and mentors the next generation of designers.
Accessibility and Neurodivergent advocacy. I'm also an avid crafter and DIYer.
For much of my career, I tried to mask my ADHD and dyslexia, thinking they were things to manage quietly while I focused on being a great designer. But over time I realized those same traits were what made me a great designer. My brain doesn’t process information linearly. It sees patterns, relationships, and pain points that others often miss.
That perspective helped me design more inclusive products, not just for people like me, but for anyone who interacts, thinks, or learns differently. It’s also what drives my work today as an accessibility consultant and speaker, helping teams understand that accessibility isn’t just about removing barriers—it’s about expanding possibilities.
When I talk about neuroinclusion, I’m not sharing theory. I’m sharing lived experience. The things I once saw as obstacles turned out to be the very strengths that allow me to design for every kind of mind.
I was working as a User Experience Designer at Accenture and considered myself an accessible designer because many of my projects—especially in government and healthcare—required ADA compliance. But everything changed when I worked on an accessible payment kiosk project. I collaborated directly with the client’s ADA team, which included employees with disabilities. Working side-by-side with a blind colleague was a pivotal moment. I realized that while I had a strong foundation in accessibility standards, there was a big difference between knowing the guidelines and truly understanding what it takes to create an accessible experience for real people.
That experience opened my eyes to how wide the gap was between compliance and inclusion. From that moment forward, I immersed myself in the accessibility community, eager to learn and become a better ally. During one presentation, someone shared their story about living with an invisible disability, and it hit me deeply—my dyslexia was an invisible disability I had been accommodating for my whole life. Later, I was diagnosed with ADHD, which helped me understand my own neurodivergent brain and deepened my empathy for others who experience and process the world differently.
Today, as the founder of Sca11ywag, I help organizations build accessibility into their digital products—from apps and websites to design systems and documents. As a keynote speaker, sharing my journey and advocating for accessibility and neuroinclusion I am able to spread importance of education and awareness. My purpose is to create more empathetic, flexible, and inclusive digital experiences—and to empower others to see accessibility not as an obligation, but as an opportunity to design for everyone.
For much of my career, I tried to mask my ADHD and dyslexia, thinking they were things to manage quietly while I focused on being a great designer. But over time I realized those same traits were what made me a great designer. My brain doesn’t process information linearly. It sees patterns, relationships, and pain points that others often miss.
That perspective helped me design more inclusive products, not just for people like me, but for anyone who interacts, thinks, or learns differently. It’s also what drives my work today as an accessibility consultant and speaker, helping teams understand that accessibility isn’t just about removing barriers—it’s about expanding possibilities.
When I talk about neuroinclusion, I’m not sharing theory. I’m sharing lived experience. The things I once saw as obstacles turned out to be the very strengths that allow me to design for every kind of mind.
I was working as a User Experience Designer at Accenture and considered myself an accessible designer because many of my projects—especially in government and healthcare—required ADA compliance. But everything changed when I worked on an accessible payment kiosk project. I collaborated directly with the client’s ADA team, which included employees with disabilities. Working side-by-side with a blind colleague was a pivotal moment. I realized that while I had a strong foundation in accessibility standards, there was a big difference between knowing the guidelines and truly understanding what it takes to create an accessible experience for real people.
That experience opened my eyes to how wide the gap was between compliance and inclusion. From that moment forward, I immersed myself in the accessibility community, eager to learn and become a better ally. During one presentation, someone shared their story about living with an invisible disability, and it hit me deeply—my dyslexia was an invisible disability I had been accommodating for my whole life. Later, I was diagnosed with ADHD, which helped me understand my own neurodivergent brain and deepened my empathy for others who experience and process the world differently.
Today, as the founder of Sca11ywag, I help organizations build accessibility into their digital products—from apps and websites to design systems and documents. As a keynote speaker, sharing my journey and advocating for accessibility and neuroinclusion I am able to spread importance of education and awareness. My purpose is to create more empathetic, flexible, and inclusive digital experiences—and to empower others to see accessibility not as an obligation, but as an opportunity to design for everyone.