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Jonathan (Juan) Matta

Research Manager

Jonathan (Juan) Matta is KI’s Research Manager, leading efforts to deepen customer insights and ensure user needs drive KI’s product development, marketing strategies, and sales engagement. Matta previously served as KI’s National Education Leader and Vice President of Design at RXBAR, where he applied design thinking to address organizational challenges. He holds an altMBA from Seth Godin’s program, completed coursework from Stanford University’s “d.school” and IDEO-U, and earned his undergraduate degree from DePaul University.

Latest Posts

Students engaging in learning space
October 3, 2024 Can Classroom Furniture Increase Engagement in Learning? 

Explore our latest research findings on how classroom furniture impacts student engagement, well-being, and more.

  • K-12 Education
 Ruckus Stack Chairs and Pillar Tables in a classroom; ergonomic and engaging seating in a classroom at St. Bede School
February 7, 2023 How to Support Students with Individualized Design that Appeals to All 

Learn how universal design creates an environment that adapts and responds to students' individual needs in a way that’s impactful for everyone.

  • K-12 Education
  • Higher Education
February 1, 2023 Furniture Design Inspiration from the Youngest Learners: The Story of Imaginasium 

Discover how this innovative design solution began with observational research to better understand how young students think, behave and interact with their learning environment.

  • K-12 Education
January 17, 2023 How Adaptive Environments Fuel Learning and Connection 

Learn how authentic, adaptive learning spaces for young students support the process of cognitive development by way of fun, playful, comfortable environments that feel like home.

  • K-12 Education
October 25, 2022 How to Support Students Who Don’t Plan to Attend a Four-Year College 

Less than one-third of high school graduates will receive a four-year college degree. By dedicating resources to career and technical education, we can set up all students for success.

  • K-12 Education
October 18, 2022 Opportunity from Disruption: Technology in the Classroom 

Amid the ongoing teacher shortage, how can schools use technology to keep educators on board and accommodate students at every level of academic achievement?

  • K-12 Education
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