Barbara Weingartshofer is a Vienna-based graphic and information designer with a deep passion for pictograms, typography, and the power of visual communication.
CEO of Nau Design since 2005, she specializes in creating compelling infographics using her design expertise to support international-driven social causes and advocate for gender equality.
In 2023, Barbara initiated and published Frauen zählen (Women Count), a collection of data focusing on the representation and experiences of women in professional design fields in Austria. This publication has been praised for shedding light on gender disparities and opened up an international conversation on women’s contributions and challenges in the design industry. Barbara was key note speaker at Next Gen Design: Women Creating the Future of Design at designforum Wien in September 2024. An active member of the International Institute of Information Design, Barbara is also a keynote speaker and advisor on the visualization of statistics.