Experience

Academy of Art University, Executive Director, School of Industrial Design

February 2009 - Present

• Integrated advanced technologies such as rapid prototyping, generative design, and visualization techniques into the curriculum.

• Established interdisciplinary collaborations with NASA, Samsung, Audi, Nissan, Peugeot, Citroën, General Motors, and Jaguar.

• Spearheaded partnerships with leading software and technology providers like Gravity Sketch, Adobe, and Autodesk.

• Guided students in securing international design awards and launching successful careers in industrial design.

FLO AI, Co-Founder + CEO

April 2024 - Present

• Headed the development of cutting-edge AI-driven design solutions for the creative design process in Industrial Design and adjacent Industries.

• Led cross-functional team in product innovation, research, and AI integration, transforming creative design workflows.

• Positioned FLO AI as a pioneering company at the intersection of artificial intelligence and industrial design.

• Advocated for ethical AI practices and human-centered design in AI-powered solutions that amplify the users skillsets.

General Motors, Creative Designer

April 2006 - February 2009

• Designed innovative transportation concepts, contributing to the evolution of future vehicle aesthetics and functionality.

• Developed sketches, digital renderings, and 3D models to support high-level design presentations.

• I worked on interiors of the GMT 900 Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, Cadillac Escalade, Hummer H2, and C7 Chevrolet Corvette.