Taido Lantz Nakajima
About Taido Lantz Nakajima
Taido Lantz Nakajima is a design professional currently serving as the Pillar Design Lead, Ecosystem & Applied AI Lead at Webflow. With a background that includes significant roles at Apple Inc., Evernote, and Airbnb, he has contributed to various design initiatives and has a strong academic foundation in International Business & Economics.
Current Role at Webflow
Taido Lantz Nakajima serves as the Pillar Design Lead, Ecosystem & Applied AI Lead at Webflow. He has held this position since 2023, working remotely. In this role, he focuses on integrating design with applied artificial intelligence to enhance user experience and ecosystem functionality.
Professional Experience at Apple Inc.
Taido Lantz Nakajima has extensive experience at Apple Inc., where he held multiple roles over several years. He worked as a Mac Specialist from 2005 to 2006, a Mac Genius from 2006 to 2007, and later served as a Senior User Interface Designer from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he was the Engineering Program Manager for iPod/iPhone New Technologies from 2008 to 2010 and briefly worked as a Manager in Design & Engineering (AI) in 2013.
Design Leadership at Evernote
At Evernote, Taido Lantz Nakajima was the Head of Design for Augmented Intelligence from 2013 to 2015. He led initiatives that focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance user productivity. His work in this area was recognized in WIRED JAPAN Magazine, highlighting his contributions to the field of design and technology.
Experience at Airbnb
Taido Lantz Nakajima worked at Airbnb as a Principal Experience Designer from 2015 to 2023. During his tenure, he played a significant role in launching Airbnb Experiences, Restaurants, and Marketing. His contributions were instrumental in the company's successful IPO in 2020, showcasing his impact on the company's design and user experience strategies.
Educational Background
Taido Lantz Nakajima studied at Sophia University, where he earned a degree in International Business & Economics from 2005 to 2008. He also attended Syracuse University for a year, focusing on Mechanical Engineering from 2004 to 2005. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in design and technology.