Feyikemi Akinwolemiwa
Research and Design Manager, National Grid
Strategic in approach, human-centered in practice. I empower teams to think boldly, act creatively, and cultivate innovation cultures where experimentation, collaboration, and discovery drive meaningful business outcomes.
With a background in Architecture, I bring systems-level insight, applying design thinking to research and innovation to create scalable solutions that optimize operations and elevate human experiences.
Impact & Expertise
- Humanizing Innovation: Founder of The Innovation Playground :programs that empower bold thinking, spark collaboration and put people at the centre of change. - Driving Global Strategy: Led initiatives across EMEA, APAC, and NAMER, navigating diverse markets to deliver data-informed strategies with measurable outcomes. - UX Research Leadership: Leading critical research at National Grid, transforming user insights into innovation opportunities that inform strategy and accelerate decision-making. - Cross-Sector Expertise: Experience across B2B (Enterprise AI, Community Engagement, Energy, Developer Tools) and B2C (E-commerce, Education, Sustainability).
Rosenverse talks by Feyikemi:
" She’s not a research and design manager anymore, but we don’t know what she’s doing. We just know she’s solving key problems. "
Uninvited, Not Unwelcome: What Researchers Bring When Nobody Asked
August 19, 2026
" In a world of AI where things are speeding up, it's more important than ever to position ourselves as teams that can actually change things. "
Play to innovate: How curiosity and experimentation transform UX
March 11, 2026
