Samhita Bhatkar

Samhita Bhatkar is a creative entrepreneur, graphic designer, and the Director of Multiversity, with over two decades of experience in design and branding. 

Samhita Bhatkar is the daughter of Dr Vijay Bhatkar, a renowned scientist and innovator, and she carries forward his legacy of creativity and excellence in her work.

She is the Founder and Partner of Multia, a leading design agency established in 2012. Multia specialises in creating branding strategies and visual identities and has collaborated with over 350 global brands, including Tata, Radix, Chargebee, WWF, Shopify, Mahindra, McDonald’s, and Volkswagen. Recognised for its impactful work, Multia was ranked among the 'Top 5 Digital Agencies in India' in 2020 and 'Top 5 Branding Agencies in India' in 2021.

Samhita also co-founded muup in 2021, contributing as an Executive Creative Director. Since 2021, she has been a jury member at Awwwards, evaluating and recognising excellence in digital design. Additionally, she serves as a Partner in Communication Strategy Practice at 108 Global and collaborates with Nuverse to focus on health design innovations.

As the Director of Multiversity, a position she has held since 2001, Samhita has been instrumental in driving innovative projects and nurturing creative talent. Her professional skills encompass branding, graphic design, digital experiences, web design, and visual communication. She is dedicated to fostering creativity in the next generation of designers.

Samhita’s achievements include several prestigious awards, such as the Gold Brandon Hall Award (2021), recognition as a top naming agency by Clutch (2022), and accolades from Manifest for branding excellence (2021).

She holds an academic background in science from Fergusson College and St. Helena's School. With a multidisciplinary interest in art, culture, architecture, and history, she combines creativity with strategic thinking to deliver impactful and scalable design solutions. Her LinkedIn profile reflects her diverse roles and consistent contributions to the creative industry.

Samhita Bhatkar was born and raised in India. She completed her schooling at St. Helena's School, followed by junior college studies in science at Fergusson College. These formative years provided a solid foundation for her eventual journey into design and branding.

In 2001, she took on the role of Director at Multiversity, where she contributed to innovative projects that blended education, technology, and design. Her work focused on creating impactful learning and development solutions.

In 2012, she co-founded Multia, a design agency specialising in branding, digital experiences, web design, and visual communication. Under her leadership, Multia has developed branding strategies and visual identities for over 350 brands, working with renowned organisations such as Tata, Radix, Chargebee, WWF, Shopify, Mahindra, McDonald’s, Volkswagen, and Cipla. 

Multia’s contributions to the industry have been widely recognised, earning it rankings among the 'Top 5 Digital Agencies in India' in 2020 and 'Top 5 Branding Agencies in India' in 2021.

In 2021, Samhita became a jury member at Awwwards, where she evaluates global digital design projects, further establishing her as an authority in the field. She also co-founded muup in the same year, extending her influence in branding and creative strategy.

In 2023, she joined Nuverse, focusing on innovative design solutions in the health sector. In 2024, she assumed the role of Partner in Communication Strategy Practice at 108 Global, where she works on global communication initiatives.

Throughout her career, Samhita has received numerous accolades, including the Gold Brandon Hall Award for certification programme excellence. Multia has also been recognised by Clutch and Manifest for its achievements in branding and naming.

Currently, she leads Multiversity, Multia, and her other ventures while continuing to mentor aspiring designers. Her contributions to branding and design remain significant, reflecting her commitment to innovative and meaningful solutions.

Samhita Bhatkar’s vision is to create meaningful and impactful design solutions that address real-world challenges and inspire positive change. She believes in the power of design to connect brands with people, foster creativity, and build lasting value. Her approach focuses on combining innovation, strategy, and empathy to deliver results that go beyond aesthetics. By nurturing and mentoring the next generation of designers, she aims to build a community that values thoughtful design and contributes to a better future. Her work reflects a commitment to growth, collaboration, and creating solutions that make a lasting difference.

Samhita Bhatkar has received several awards and recognition for her contributions to design and branding. Her agency, Multia, was ranked among the 'Top 5 Digital Agencies in India' in 2020 and the 'Top 5 Branding Agencies in India' in 2021. She was honoured with the Gold Brandon Hall Award in 2021 for excellence in certification programmes. Multia has also been recognised by Clutch as a top naming agency in 2022 and by Manifest for its branding achievements in 2021. As a jury member at Awwwards, she has been contributing to recognising excellence in global digital design since 2021.