Ayan Akbar

Ayan Akbar is currently a Lead Product Designer at TikTok, where they leverage over 12 years of experience in user experience design and innovation. They previously worked as a Product Designer at Meta, contributing to the development of LLM technology for AI NPCs and redesigning governance processes. Ayan also served as a Senior Product Designer at Walmart eCommerce, where they transformed the Sam's Garage experience, enhancing customer interactions with automotive services. Their earlier roles included UI/UX design at various companies, including Constems-AI Systems and Kodak Alaris, showcasing their dedication to creating impactful user journeys across different platforms. Ayan holds a Master of Fine Arts in Animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design and a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Pesit.