Tatjana Dzambazova
About Tatjana Dzambazova
Tatjana Dzambazova is an Executive Design Director for Creative and Emerging Technologies at IDEO, with a rich background in product management and design across various industries. She has held multiple roles at Autodesk and other companies, and is fluent in seven languages, actively contributing to innovation and sustainability initiatives.
Current Role at IDEO
Tatjana Dzambazova serves as the Executive Design Director for Creative and Emerging Technologies at IDEO since 2022. In this role, she focuses on integrating innovative design practices with emerging technologies to drive client projects. Her work emphasizes sustainability and aims to transform every client initiative into a climate-conscious project. Dzambazova conducts innovation and design tours and workshops for senior leaders, enhancing their understanding of new technologies and sustainability practices.
Previous Experience at Autodesk
Dzambazova has extensive experience at Autodesk, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as a Product Manager for Revit from 2005 to 2007 in Boston, and later served as the EMEA Sales Execution - Technical Manager from 2000 to 2005 in London and Paris. Her tenure at Autodesk also included positions such as Senior Product Manager for Creative Products and Digital Fabrication, AI Strategy in the Office of the CTO, and Global AEC Industry Sales Development Manager, among others. She managed over 10 global products across various industries during her time there.
Education and Academic Background
Tatjana Dzambazova studied Architecture at the University of Kiril and Metodija, where she earned her Master's degree from 1983 to 1989. This academic foundation in architecture has informed her career in design and technology, enabling her to bridge the gap between creative design and technical execution in her professional roles.
Language Proficiency
Dzambazova is fluent in seven languages, which include Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, English, German, French, Italian, and advanced Spanish. She also possesses intermediate skills in Mandarin Chinese. This linguistic ability enhances her communication in diverse environments and supports her work in international settings.
Contributions to the Industry
Tatjana Dzambazova has delivered over 350 multilingual conference talks and media appearances, sharing her insights on design, technology, and sustainability. She co-led a generative AI conference for CEOs in March 2024, showcasing her leadership in the field. Additionally, she mentors and judges at ConservationX, contributing to initiatives focused on conservation technology. Her advisory roles at organizations like Bright Tide, Shimmy, and UMASS Amherst further reflect her commitment to fostering innovation and mentorship in the industry.