Abe Han
About Abe Han
Abe Han is the Cofounder and CTO of Kinside, where he has worked since 2018, focusing on creating solutions for child care. He has previously held roles in various companies, including HoneyBook and AdviceScene Enterprises Inc., and has a background in biology and interactive arts.
Work at Kinside
Abe Han serves as the Cofounder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Kinside, a role he has held since 2018. In this position, he has been instrumental in developing a platform that integrates child care payment solutions with employer benefits. He has also contributed to the design and implementation of online tax savings features for parents using Kinside. His leadership in creating a network that helps parents secure child care spots efficiently has been a significant aspect of his work at the company.
Previous Experience
Before joining Kinside, Abe Han held various positions in the tech industry. He worked as a Lead UX Engineer at HoneyBook from 2016 to 2018, where he launched the network product. Prior to that, he was an Interaction Designer at AdviceScene Enterprises Inc. from 2009 to 2013. He also worked as an Information Architect at Sapient for five months in 2007. His earlier experience includes roles as a UX Designer/Software Developer at Exitloop and an Interaction Designer at Quince.
Education and Expertise
Abe Han has a strong educational background in the sciences and interactive arts. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from The University of British Columbia, studying from 1993 to 1998. He furthered his education with a Bachelor’s Degree in Interactive Arts from Simon Fraser University, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he participated in Y Combinator's S18 program in 2018, which provided him with further insights into startup culture and technology.
Career Timeline
Abe Han's career spans multiple roles and companies, primarily in the tech and design sectors. He began his career in 2007 as a UX Designer/Software Developer at Exitloop, where he worked for five years. He held various positions, including Information Architect at Sapient and Interaction Designer at Quince, before transitioning to AdviceScene Enterprises Inc. His experience culminated in his current role at Kinside, where he has been active since 2018.