Scholar Profile
Allan Sahagun
Product Design
Biography
Allan Sahagun (he/him) is a seasoned product and design executive with over 15 years of experience leading global teams across Product Management, UX Design, Research, and AI. A lifelong entrepreneur, Allan launched his first company from his Harvard dorm room and is now the Founder & CEO of a stealth-mode startup focused on agentic AI.
Previously, Allan led global R&D and innovation at Kyocera, overseeing product strategy across multiple continents and disciplines. His work bridges human-centered design with emerging technologies—from AI to blockchain to immersive digital environments. He holds several patents in these domains and is a sought-after speaker on inclusion, innovation, and the future of technology.
Allan’s leadership style is rooted in systems thinking, regenerative work, and a belief in the power of diverse voices to shape equitable futures. He has spoken to global dignitaries and industry leaders on the intersection of design, technology, and human impact.
A proud Milken Scholar and former National Chairperson of its Alumni Association, Allan lives in Oakland, California with his husband, Benjamin.
High school: Don Bosco Technical High School
Degrees
| College | Year | Degree |
|---|---|---|
Harvard UniversityCambridge, MA |
0 | A.B. Visual and Environmental Studies |
News and Highlights
New leadership. Allan Sahagun, MS ’05, has taken over for Kim Foo Chow, MS ’96, as the National Chairman of the Milken Scholars Alumni Association. Kim Foo did an outstanding job during his term and Allan will only continue the trend.