Taryn Akiyoshi
About Taryn Akiyoshi
Taryn Akiyoshi is a Researcher II specializing in Global Esports at Riot Games in Los Angeles, California. She has a background in health and human science from the University of Southern California and has held various research positions in the esports and health sectors.
Work at Riot Games
Taryn Akiyoshi has been employed at Riot Games as a Researcher II in the Global Esports division since 2022. In this role, she contributes to research initiatives that support the company's esports strategies and objectives. Riot Games, known for its popular titles such as League of Legends and Valorant, focuses on enhancing player experiences and community engagement within the esports ecosystem.
Previous Experience in Research Management
Before joining Riot Games, Taryn Akiyoshi worked as a Senior Research Manager at Alter Agents from 2020 to 2022. In this position, she led various research projects and managed teams to deliver insights that informed client strategies. Prior to that, she served as a Research Manager at Murphy Research for one year, from 2019 to 2020, where she further developed her expertise in research methodologies and data analysis.
Educational Background
Taryn Akiyoshi studied at the University of Southern California, where she earned a degree in Health and Human Science from 2015 to 2019. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in research principles and human health topics. Additionally, she completed her high school education at Marlborough School from 2011 to 2015.
Internship and Research Fellow Experience
Taryn Akiyoshi gained practical experience as a Youth Services School Health Program Intern at Beach Cities Health District in 2017, where she worked for one month. She also served as a Research Fellow at Taipei Medical University in 2018 for two months, contributing to research projects in an international setting. These roles helped her build a diverse skill set in research and health services.
Student Worker Role
While pursuing her studies, Taryn Akiyoshi worked as a Student Worker at USC Facilities Management Services from 2017 to 2018. This position allowed her to balance academic responsibilities with practical work experience, further enhancing her organizational and time management skills during her university years.