Allen Lu

Facilitator - Intro To Effective Altruism
at New York University

Allen Lu is a seasoned creative professional with extensive experience in emerging technology and innovation. At FCB Health New York, part of IPG Health, from June 2020 to January 2024, Allen held positions from Jr. Creative Engineer to Senior Creative Engineer, focusing on game development and conversational AI while collaborating closely with creative teams. Following this, Allen became a Facilitator for Intro to Effective Altruism at New York University in September 2025, guiding discussions and activities on effective altruism practices. As a FutureKind AI Fellow at Electric Sheep in summer 2025, Allen critically analyzed the intersection of AI, sentient life, and animal welfare while working on a capstone project. Earlier roles included UX/UI Designer & Researcher at ClearOPS, where usability testing and design of interactive prototypes were key responsibilities, and as a Wearable Tech Lead Researcher at NYU Tandon MakerSpace, focusing on smart garment prototyping. Allen holds a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Design & Media from NYU Tandon School of Engineering.

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