Yannis Paniaras, a principal-level design leader at Microsoft, has significantly impacted global product development and AI innovation across the US, Europe, and China.

As an early founding member of Microsoft's AI Center of Excellence and a pivotal design lead at the Microsoft Digital Design Studio, his work is redefining employee experiences by seamlessly integrating AI technology with design.

With an international academic background and leadership roles at major market and corporate sites at Microsoft and Nokia, Yannis’s journey exemplifies a deep commitment to global perspectives and user-centric innovation.