Hackathons | Short-term projects | Rapid innovation

Creative solutions delivered in 48 hours

Showcasing short-term projects where teamwork, speed, and creativity delivered impactful solutions.

SimplyMoney: Financial literacy for Gen Z

TechTogether Atlanta, 2022 · Best Financial Literacy Hack with Robinhood
Focus: Mobile App · Financial Literacy · Gamification

Designed a gamified platform to make financial literacy more engaging for Gen Z users.
Created interactive flows that simplified core financial concepts without oversimplifying them.
Prioritized clarity, motivation, and visual storytelling to increase user engagement and retention.

The SimplyMoney landing page introduces users to the platform with a clean and inviting design. It features a clear call to action for account creation and highlights the app’s mission of empowering financial literacy.

The main menu organizes financial education topics into four key categories: Money Management, Saving and Investing, Credit Fitness, and College 101. Each category is paired with a brief description and an actionable button to enhance accessibility and navigation.

The lesson interface delivers content in an engaging and structured format, combining text, visuals, and an interactive playlist. Users can explore key financial concepts through videos and step-by-step guides tailored to their learning needs."

The SimplyMoney landing page introduces users to the platform with a clean and inviting design. It features a clear call to action for account creation and highlights the app’s mission of empowering financial literacy.
The main menu organizes financial education topics into four key categories: Money Management, Saving and Investing, Credit Fitness, and College 101. Each category is paired with a brief description and an actionable button to enhance accessibility and navigation.
The lesson interface delivers content in an engaging and structured format, combining text, visuals, and an interactive playlist. Users can explore key financial concepts through videos and step-by-step guides tailored to their learning needs."
The SimplyMoney landing page introduces users to the platform with a clean and inviting design. It features a clear call to action for account creation and highlights the app’s mission of empowering financial literacy.
The main menu organizes financial education topics into four key categories: Money Management, Saving and Investing, Credit Fitness, and College 101. Each category is paired with a brief description and an actionable button to enhance accessibility and navigation.
The lesson interface delivers content in an engaging and structured format, combining text, visuals, and an interactive playlist. Users can explore key financial concepts through videos and step-by-step guides tailored to their learning needs."
The SimplyMoney landing page introduces users to the platform with a clean and inviting design. It features a clear call to action for account creation and highlights the app’s mission of empowering financial literacy.
The main menu organizes financial education topics into four key categories: Money Management, Saving and Investing, Credit Fitness, and College 101. Each category is paired with a brief description and an actionable button to enhance accessibility and navigation.
The lesson interface delivers content in an engaging and structured format, combining text, visuals, and an interactive playlist. Users can explore key financial concepts through videos and step-by-step guides tailored to their learning needs."
The SimplyMoney landing page introduces users to the platform with a clean and inviting design. It features a clear call to action for account creation and highlights the app’s mission of empowering financial literacy.
The main menu organizes financial education topics into four key categories: Money Management, Saving and Investing, Credit Fitness, and College 101. Each category is paired with a brief description and an actionable button to enhance accessibility and navigation.
The lesson interface delivers content in an engaging and structured format, combining text, visuals, and an interactive playlist. Users can explore key financial concepts through videos and step-by-step guides tailored to their learning needs."

GrowBliss: Supporting mental health for students

Kurinji Hacks, 2022 · Best Overall Hack
Focus: Mobile App · Mental Health · Education

Designed a digital mental health toolbox with mood visualizations and guided prompts.
Delivered full UX/UI process solo: user flows, wireframes, and prototype in 48 hours.
Prioritized clarity and emotional safety for users navigating stress and burnout.

Designed with a welcoming tone and intuitive layout, the page immediately engages users with a call to action, emphasizing accessibility and empathy.

The main navigation categorizes resources into three key areas—Reduce, Prevent, and Strengthen—providing users with clear pathways to mental wellness tools.

Designed with a welcoming tone and intuitive layout, the page immediately engages users with a call to action, emphasizing accessibility and empathy.

The main navigation categorizes resources into three key areas—Reduce, Prevent, and Strengthen—providing users with clear pathways to mental wellness tools.

Designed with a welcoming tone and intuitive layout, the page immediately engages users with a call to action, emphasizing accessibility and empathy.

The main navigation categorizes resources into three key areas—Reduce, Prevent, and Strengthen—providing users with clear pathways to mental wellness tools.

End-of-life support: Care communication platform

Company Hackathon, 2022 · 2nd Place
Focus: Web App · Accessibility · Emotional Design

Created a resource and communication hub for families and caregivers navigating end-of-life care.
Co-led ideation and prototyping with a focus on empathy and accessibility best practices.
Delivered a high-impact concept under tight constraints that addressed a sensitive user journey.