Ashwan Kadam is a multidisciplinary designer and educator with a background in mechanical engineering, industrial design, and human-centered innovation. He holds a Master of Design from UC Berkeley, where he specialized in children's toy and game design, interactive installations, and integrating emerging technologies like AI into creative workflows. Ashwan's professional experience spans industries including robotics, medical devices, and educational toys, with a focus on creating meaningful, user-centered products. As an educator, Ashwan has taught K-12 and college students, including developing and teaching hands-on design, engineering, and fabrication courses at institutions like UC Berkeley. He prioritizes DEI and inclusive perspectives in his classrooms, fostering environments where students explore how design can address societal inequities while empowering diverse voices through creativity, critical reflection, and technical skills.