Allan S. Manzano

Allan S. Manzano, MFA, is a distinguished design professional and educator currently serving as Co-Founder at ryse and as an Adjunct Professor at both San Diego State University and Minneapolis College of Art and Design. With extensive experience in design instruction, Allan has held key positions such as Founder & Group Executive Creative Director at Dynamo Design Group and Design Instructor at Arizona State University. Previous roles include Graphic Design Teacher at A Reason To Survive and Lead Designer at Fleet Science Center. Allan’s educational background includes a Master of Fine Arts in Art/Graphic Design from Academy of Art University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art/Graphic Design from San Diego State University. Through collaborative efforts and a focus on critical thinking, Allan inspires students and young individuals in the field of design.