Bárbara holds a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from the Universidade do Estado de Minas Gerais (UEMG), Brazil. She is passionate about design as a powerful tool and field of knowledge that can create high-quality, accessible, and engaging products and services for people. With over five years of experience as a Product Designer, she has worked with startups in the e-commerce, education, and financial services sectors. Currently, she is pursuing a master's degree in Design Research and Development at The Ohio State University, focusing her research on children's perceptions and experiences about finances.