Akash Mahajan

Akash Mahajan is a Design Analyst and Business Building Specialist at McKinsey & Co., where he has collaborated with multiple Fortune 500 companies to craft innovative user experiences and integrate human-centered design principles to launch new ventures. He has facilitated workshops and presented design impact to leaders from diverse industries like EVs, consumer, and healthcare.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Production & Industrial Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, and a Master’s in Design from Berkeley, from where he graduated in December 2022. Previously he has also co-founded an education technology startup in India. His interdisciplinary background drives his passion for deploying emerging technologies like AI, AR/VR, and brain-computer interfaces to create products that enhance human-centered experiences.

Akash is excited to speak with MDes students and alumni about the following topics (and more!):

• Careers in Design Strategy & Consulting – Understanding the realities and expectations of design consulting
• Design with Non-Design Stakeholders – Translating design work/research into clear board-level recommendations
• Portfolio & Narrative Crafting – Positioning work for hybrid design-business roles
• International Student Experience

Get in touch with Akash via email (akash_mahajan@berkeley.edu) to schedule an office hour.