Lee Sean Huang
About Lee Sean Huang
Lee Sean Huang serves as the Senior Director of Learning and Programs at AIGA Design and is a part-time assistant professor at Parsons School of Design. He co-founded Foossa and has extensive experience in design, education, and social innovation.
Current Role at AIGA Design
Lee Sean Huang serves as the Senior Director of Learning and Programs at AIGA Design since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing educational initiatives and programs that enhance the design community's knowledge and skills. His position is based in New York, New York, and operates in a remote capacity.
Teaching Experience
Lee Sean Huang has extensive teaching experience in design and innovation. He has been a Part-time Assistant Professor at Parsons School of Design since 2016, and he currently holds positions as Adjunct Professor at Woxsen University and Affiliated Faculty at Emerson College since 2023. He has also taught at the School of Visual Arts and New York University, contributing to the education of students in various design disciplines.
Founding and Leadership Roles
Lee Sean Huang co-founded Foossa in 2013, a service design and strategy practice that collaborates with communities and organizations on social innovation challenges. He also served as Co-Founder and Steering Committee Member at Presence Required from 2019 to 2023. His leadership roles reflect his commitment to integrating design with community engagement and social impact.
Educational Background
Lee Sean Huang holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from Harvard College. He furthered his education with a Master of Professional Studies in Interactive Telecommunications from New York University. His studies also include courses in International Human Rights Law at Lund University and language studies at Universitat de Barcelona and Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne.
Podcasting and Community Engagement
Lee Sean Huang hosts the Design Future Now podcast, where he explores themes related to design, innovation, and social change. He engages in discussions about the role of design in competitive markets, civic engagement, and redefining success in entrepreneurship. His work emphasizes the intersections of design, storytelling, and community building.