Dr. Ulcca Joshi Hansen is a futurist and thought leader on human-centered design and educational transformation. She is the author of the award-winning book "The Future of Smart" and host of "The Future of Smart" podcast.

Ulcca's work includes non-profit planning, program design, evaluation and improvement, adult/teacher preparation and school-based improvement strategies, always with an eye towards incorporating cutting-edge research on human development, the learning sciences, and best practices in networked organizational change management. Her newer offerings are focused on helping adults develop the skills they need to relate more confidently and bravely to conversations about race, identity, equity and belonging – all foundational aspects of the schools and educational experiences our children deserve.