Insiya Jafferjee

Insiya Jafferjee saw opportunity where others saw waste, leading her to co-found Shellworks and reimagine material design through a global perspective. A Stanford Product Design graduate with expertise in mechanical engineering and anthropology, she brings an interdisciplinary approach to sustainable innovation that bridges technical precision with human-centered design.

Her international experience spans multiple countries including China, Italy, and Germany, while her technical background includes manufacturing electronic circuit boards at Bose Corporation. This combination of global exposure and hands-on engineering experience informs her unique approach to creative problem-solving and sustainable technology development.

At Shellworks, Jafferjee applies this diverse expertise to tackle complex material challenges, demonstrating how entrepreneurial thinking can drive meaningful environmental impact through innovative product development.