Hi I'm Akil
Brooklyn, NY
Product Designer & Strategist
I specialize in early-stage problem framing and systems thinking particularly as applied to emerging technology, helping teams turn ambiguity into scalable product direction.
Selected Work
My Specialties
Product Design
Primary
Emerging Technology
Secondary
Design Systems
Tertiary
What Partners Say
"Akil elevates the quality of our product and the culture that propels us to do our best work. He has hybrid UX/UI talent and is calm, highly capable, and an exceptional team player."
Brian Kennedy
Creative Director at Publicis Sapient
"Akil's ability to wear many hats, while maintaining a strong understanding of the design and development process, allowed him to help grow ideas from inception to delivery."
Ben Lublin
Designer at Publicis Sapient
"This is some of the best design work and documentation I've seen. Thank you for your attention to detail and your willingness to work with us so closely."
Oliver Yeun
Engineer at Visible
"Akil has been an amazing designer to learn from. His strong attention to detail, ability to communicate his ideas, and willingness to help has shined though every contribution."
Jacob Lagmay
Designer at Publicis Sapient
Blog
January 11, 2025
Currently Listening To & Reading
Hi I'm Akil
Brooklyn, NY
Product Designer & Strategist
I specialize in early-stage problem framing and systems thinking particularly as applied to emerging technology, helping teams turn ambiguity into scalable product direction.
Selected Work
My Specialties
Product Design
Primary
Emerging Technology
Secondary
Design Systems
Tertiary
What Partners Say
"Akil elevates the quality of our product and the culture that propels us to do our best work. He has hybrid UX/UI talent and is calm, highly capable, and an exceptional team player."
Brian Kennedy
Creative Director at Publicis Sapient
"Akil's ability to wear many hats, while maintaining a strong understanding of the design and development process, allowed him to help grow ideas from inception to delivery."
Ben Lublin
Designer at Publicis Sapient
"This is some of the best design work and documentation I've seen. Thank you for your attention to detail and your willingness to work with us so closely."
Oliver Yeun
Engineer at Visible
"Akil has been an amazing designer to learn from. His strong attention to detail, ability to communicate his ideas, and willingness to help has shined though every contribution."
Jacob Lagmay
Designer at Publicis Sapient
Blog
January 11, 2025
Currently Listening To & Reading
Hi I'm Akil
Brooklyn, NY
Product Designer & Strategist
I specialize in early-stage problem framing and systems thinking particularly as applied to emerging technology, helping teams turn ambiguity into scalable product direction.
Selected Work
My Specialties
Product Design
Primary
Emerging Technology
Secondary
Design Systems
Tertiary
What Partners Say
"Akil elevates the quality of our product and the culture that propels us to do our best work. He has hybrid UX/UI talent and is calm, highly capable, and an exceptional team player."
Brian Kennedy
Creative Director at Publicis Sapient
"Akil's ability to wear many hats, while maintaining a strong understanding of the design and development process, allowed him to help grow ideas from inception to delivery."
Ben Lublin
Designer at Publicis Sapient
"This is some of the best design work and documentation I've seen. Thank you for your attention to detail and your willingness to work with us so closely."
Oliver Yeun
Engineer at Visible
"Akil has been an amazing designer to learn from. His strong attention to detail, ability to communicate his ideas, and willingness to help has shined though every contribution."
Jacob Lagmay
Designer at Publicis Sapient
Blog
January 11, 2025
Currently Listening To & Reading