Meet the team

Nicholas Sharma

Founder, Creative Director

Nick has been involved with Innovation, CMF, and 3D-focused teams at some of the world's largest companies and fastest-growing startups. He currently teaches multiple courses as an adjunct professor at ArtCenter College of Design.

Previous experience includes working on the Key Partnership & Evangelism teams at Adobe, playing a key role on the team that launched Lululemon's footwear line, consulting with multiple sportswear companies as a CMF designer, and teaching VFC teams how to use 3D programs and printing.

Christiahn Roman

Lead Industrial & UX/UI Designer

For the past five years, Christiahn has worked at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory while independently taking on freelance industrial design work across various industries. At JPL, he specialized in designing UX/UI of complex professional tools, 3D interfaces, and data-rich systems. His work supported mission development and operations through notable efforts, such as designing collaborative augmented reality tools, improving hydrological indicators for stronger climate resiliency, and exploring ethical uses of AI in writing mission requirements.

Among his most significant contributions were 3D visualization and concept designs for revolutionary new spacecraft technology, and the design of operations software for a robot that will one day journey to Saturn’s icy moon, Enceladus, in search of signs of life.

Emily Ikeda

Managing Director

Emily has over ten years of expertise with business management, marketing, product management, and program management at TikTok, Amazon, and through starting up her own travel concierge business.

Emily focuses on optimizing studio operations and driving growth, leveraging her experience to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, and ensure seamless project execution.

Daven Sharma

Partnerships Manager

Daven has over six years of proven expertise in partnership development and sales, with impactful roles at Snowflake within the automotive field, where he has collaborated with Rivian, Tesla, and Daimler Truck.

Daven thrives in forging strategic partnerships and driving sales growth, leveraging his skills in lead generation, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration to exceed quotas, secure high-value deals, and enhance business opportunities across the automotive technology sector.