FNU HARSH WARDHAN Design Thinking

Harsh Wardhan is a recognized leader in design thinking and human-centered innovation, currently serving as Innovation Manager at Google Cloud. With over a decade of experience, Harsh has mastered the art of applying design thinking to complex, enterprise-scale challenges—enabling organizations to innovate with clarity, speed, and purpose.

At Google Cloud, Harsh partners closely with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to lead transformative innovation workshops, co-create future-ready solutions, and align technology investments with real human needs. His facilitation of design sprints and structured innovation engagements has helped global clients across industries—from financial services to manufacturing—uncover breakthrough opportunities and accelerate product development.

Previously at Ford Motor Company, Harsh played a pivotal role in embedding design-led thinking into product strategy and innovation roadmaps, helping steer the company through digital transformation. His work consistently integrates empathy-driven research, rapid prototyping, and strategic foresight to deliver user-centric solutions that achieve both business and customer impact.

A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Harsh is known for inspiring organizations to embrace a culture of experimentation and continuous learning—hallmarks of his design thinking philosophy.