About Sean Yalda
Sean has been bringing ideas to life online since 2002. With over a decade of experience in tech startups and creative agencies, he's helped businesses grow, adapt, and connect — often by merging design with engineering in meaningful ways.
From his earliest ventures — turning side projects into full-time jobs — Sean has been motivated by a desire to make systems smoother, stories clearer, and life a little easier through thoughtful strategy, design, and technology. That drive hasn't gone away; it's just matured.
His work has touched industries like education, sports, music, science, real estate, art, and retail. Whether it's information architecture or UX research, interface design or front-end engineering — Sean's focus is aligning digital experiences with human needs.
Clients
- Sayari
- PlayVS
- Pitch Black Media
- Michigan Science Center
- FACINGS
- Oakland University
- 8° Plato
- Matt Sukkar
- Prettybird Productions
- Open Source Labs
- Unforgettable Gala (2018)
- Fourclops
- Alumni Association of U of M
- Sun Communities
- City of Detroit
- EVERYWHERE
Services
- Software Engineering
- Information Architecture
- UX/UI Design
- Pitch Deck Design
- Creative Direction
- Product Management
- System Design
- Photography
- Prototype Design
- Consulting
Key Strengths
- Full Stack Development
- Strategic Vision
- Building and Scaling Teams
- User Research
- Usability Testing
- Data & Content Modeling
- Presentations
- Process & Documentation Creation
- Cost/Value Analysis
- Data Structures
Narrative Systems & Empathetic Strategy
Sean often takes on hybrid roles where design meets code and business meets culture. He's fluent in metrics like KPIs and ROI, but rooted in the belief that the best outcomes come from empathy-driven thinking. He thrives in collaborative environments but knows how to navigate solo terrain — especially when building from scratch.
Currently based in Los Angeles, Sean designs and develops brands, products, and services with momentum. He starts most days by resetting his space — a habit that reflects his deeper approach to work: clear the clutter, trust the process.
His goals are both personal and far-reaching: to enrich society through good design and to build generational wealth with integrity.
A believer in curiosity and contrast, Sean draws inspiration from long walks, conversations with strangers, and moments of stillness. He's comfortable stepping into new roles, new cities, or new ideas — often finding insight where others might not look.
He's collaborative by nature, with a deep respect for culture, rhythm, and story. Whether he's working with nonprofits or global brands, he brings the same thoughtful energy to the table: listen first, build with care.