Alejandro Lozano Robledo

CEO

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States10 yrs 7 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Led $2M+ enterprise initiatives with major organizations.
Developed patented solutions and award-winning concepts.
Mentored over 400 students in design and innovation.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a UX Research and Design expert with a focus on mobility and technology innovation.

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Skills

Core Skills

User Experience (ux)Design ThinkingDesign Research

Other Skills

human centered researchSystems ThinkingDigital TwinsIndustrial DesignVirtual Reality (VR)user researchadvanced prototypingimmersive technologiesPlanningGlobal MobilityFuture TrendsFuture of WorkInnovation ConsultingCross-functional Team LeadershipProject Management

About

I'm a UX researcher and design strategist with 10 years of experience leading user-centered research and innovation across global industry, government, and academia. I translate complex systems into actionable insights that inform executive decision making, new business strategies, and product direction. My work sits at the intersection of user-centered design and technology, always putting people first, with a focus on enhancing wellbeing, connectivity, and human experience at scale. I’ve led $2M+ enterprise initiatives with organizations including Boeing, NASA, P&G, MIT, Hyundai, and BTS, delivering foundational research, patented solutions, and award-winning outcomes. In an increasingly complex world, I believe in an exciting future which is built through collaboration, always putting people first and using technology as a catalyst to improve quality of life. If this vision resonates with you, I’d be happy to connect!

Experience

Uc digital futures

Director of Future Mobility Design Lab

Sep 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 7 mos · Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Founded and led the FMD Lab, a globally recognized UX research and design innovation enterprise translating user-centered research and emerging technologies into actionable strategies for industry, government, and organizations. The Lab operates at the intersection of UX research, systems design, data, and immersive technologies, partnering with entities including NASA, P&G, MIT, Hyundai, Boeing, and BTS to address complex challenges such as access to healthcare, mobility, communications, workplace satisfaction, education.
Led and contributed to 20+ funded and proposed initiatives, securing federal, state, and international funding while building a global partnership network across North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. These initiatives delivered foundational research and executive decision support informing new business strategies, policy direction, product roadmaps, and large-scale project development across public and private sectors.
Developed and deployed proprietary UX, design research, and systems-level methodologies integrating Digital Twins, AI, and AR/VR as decision support tools, enabling leaders to visualize future scenarios, test assumptions, reduce uncertainty, and make informed long-term strategic and investment decisions. Several outcomes are protected under NDA and positioned for scaling and commercialization.
In parallel, recruited, led, and mentored multidisciplinary, multicultural teams of researchers, designers, and technologists delivering high-impact outcomes that improve access to essential services and enhance quality of life across diverse contexts. This work has contributed to multiple U.S. patents, internationally recognized awards, and invited presentations at leading global forums. Through the FMD Lab, I focus on building repeatable, user-centered innovation models that combine real needs, research rigor, design excellence, and execution to help organizations prepare for the future at scale.

human centered researchSystems ThinkingDigital TwinsUser Experience (UX)Design Thinking

The live well collaborative

Research Fellow

May 2020 – Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Working on a variety of projects with clients such as Boeing and COA (Council on Aging) in the healthcare, aviation, social innovation and other industries.
2022 Boeing project co-lead, managing a group of 20 multi-disciplinary co-ops and masters’ students in various phases of trend/user research, ideation and multi-level prototyping, and final future concept proposals which were presented at Boeing’s headquarters in Seattle. The outcomes of this project are currently being evaluated for IP protection.
Leveraging user research, design thinking methodologies, advanced prototyping, immersive technologies such as VR, Game engines and traditional Industrial Design tools, to address stakeholder's needs and prototype future solutions.
All these projects are confidential and are part of large scale corporate initiatives.
Proposed the Coffee House Cabin Concept which Won at the 2020 Crystal Cabin Awards in Hamburg, Germany. This is the global aviation industry event of the year. It also has a Patent filed by Boeing for: Seating Systems and Methods for an Internal Cabin of an Aircraft Patent: us No. 19-1607-US-NP.

Steelcase

Industrial Design Master's co-op

May 2019 – Aug 2019 · 3 mos · Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

Master's Degree level Industrial Design internship at Steelcase.
Working as a supporting designer in projects related to special and furniture configuration systems design. Also envisioning new market opportunities from emerging industry trends.

University of cincinnati

2 roles

Annualized Adjunct Professor

Aug 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 8 mos

In parallel with my applied research and innovation leadership, I serve as Professor of Undergraduate Mobility Systems and Industrial Design, Master of Design, and Honors at the University of Cincinnati.
In the Mobility Systems Design program, I lead future focused education at the intersection of design, technology, and complex systems. In this role, I defined and advanced a new vision for mobility and urban systems education, shaping an integrated, multiyear curriculum aligned with emerging technologies, industry needs, and real-world societal challenges.
My work emphasizes building strong bridges between education, applied research, and industry by leveraging partnerships with technology companies such as Gravity Sketch and organizational partners including the City of Cincinnati. These collaborations enable the piloting of new innovation workflows and the delivery of projects with tangible impact beyond the classroom. Through undergraduate, graduate, and honors programs, I have built a robust talent pipeline that feeds directly into funded research initiatives and industry collaborations, preparing students to operate in multidisciplinary, global environments.
I have mentored more than 400 undergraduate and graduate students and advised over 40 theses and capstone projects, many of which address real world challenges in mobility, cities, and human centered technology. This role has strengthened my ability to identify, develop, and lead emerging talent, while reinforcing a systems level, execution-oriented approach to innovation that complements my industry and consulting work.

Industrial DesignDesign ResearchVirtual Reality (VR)Systems ThinkingUser Experience (UX)

Graduate Assistant - Future Mobility Design

Aug 2018 – May 2020 · 1 yr 9 mos

Graduate Assistant in Transportation Design and Future mobility.
Envisioning future mobility design concepts, redesigning the Undergraduate Transportation Design Program.
Co-Teacher in Undergraduate Transportation Design sponsored studios, visual communication and Advanced VR exploration classes.

Crown equipment corporation

Post Grad Transportation / Industrial Designer co-op

Aug 2017 – Aug 2018 · 1 yr · New Bremen, Ohio

Worked on current production trucks and component projects, as well as developing conceptual visions for Crown´s future lineup.

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Industrial Design Tutor

Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr

Tutoring Undergraduate Industrial Design students. 1 on 1 support in Portfolio development, Adobe Suite (Photoshop rendering and Graphic layouts, Illustrator Orthographic Drawings) - Alias - Keyshot – VRED.

Crown equipment corporation

Transportation Design / Industrial Design co-op

May 2016 – Aug 2016 · 3 mos · New Bremen, Ohio

Supported on going production projects in various design studios at the company. Worked on truck and componentry projects at various stages of prototyping from early research and ideation, to functional testing models.

College for creative studies

2 roles

Resident Assistant

Apr 2015 – May 2017 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Leadership role in the student body of the college. Managing dormitory floors, building community amongst students, planning events, and serving as the point of contact for any student and providing various kinds of support. Some key trainings include diversity, empathy, first aid, emergency response and leadership.

Student Ambassador

May 2014 – May 2017 · 3 yrs

Leadership role representing the college in various events. Multicultural ambassador in charge of hosting high profile visitors and giving tours of the campus. Also providing administrative and student leadership support in the admissions and international students office.