Andy Lai
About Andy Lai
Andy Lai is a Product Designer currently working at AI2 Incubator and Allen Institute for AI in Seattle, Washington.
Current Role at AI2 Incubator
Andy Lai is currently serving as the Lead Product Designer at AI2 Incubator in Seattle, Washington. Since joining in October 2022, Lai has been instrumental in leading design efforts for various startup projects. His role involves close collaboration with founders to develop innovative AI solutions, leveraging his extensive design experience to impact these early-stage companies significantly.
Position at Allen Institute for AI (AI2)
Andy Lai also holds the position of Product Designer at the Allen Institute for AI (AI2) in Seattle, Washington. Since 2021, Lai has contributed his design expertise to this leading artificial intelligence research institute, helping to shape a variety of AI initiatives and products.
Previous Experience at Mentor Creative Group
Before his current roles, Andy Lai worked at Mentor Creative Group. He started as a Design Intern for two months in 2018 at the Greater Seattle Area. After showcasing his design abilities, he transitioned to a Product Designer from 2019 to 2021. His two-year tenure at Mentor Creative Group was marked by significant contributions to multiple design projects.
Education at Western Washington University
Andy Lai completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design at Western Washington University. He studied there from 2015 to 2019, gaining a solid foundation in design principles that have underpinned his professional accomplishments.
Lead Graphic Designer at The Planet Magazine
Andy Lai served as the Lead Graphic Designer at The Planet Magazine from 2016 to 2019 in the Bellingham, Washington Area. During his three-year tenure, Lai led the visual design efforts for various publications, honing his skills in graphic design and team leadership.