Calvin Mays
Startup Advisor @Nex Cubed
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WORK HISTORY
Startup Advisor @Nex Cubed
La Jolla Shores, CA, US
Human-Centered Process: Product development | Innovation strategy | User insights | Problem solving
EDUCATION
California College of the Arts
MBA, Design Strategy
Stanford University
Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford (d. school)
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Rhetorical Criticism
SKILLS
ABOUT CALVIN MAYS
Through his work in Design and the startup ecosystem, Calvin Mays has developed a strong track record of guiding entrepreneurs and companies toward innovative, user-centered solutions that fuel business growth. He has also developed several powerful strategies and frameworks to transcend the natural limitations of individual cognition. By integrating design thinking and human-centered methodologies, Calvin helps founders and companies develop products that not only meet market demands but also resonate deeply with users, improving the likelihood of long-term success.Notable Methodologies:Human-Centered Design: Focusing on deep user research and design thinking, Calvin helps companies create products and services that solve real problems for their target users.Generative Ecosystems: Calvin builds ecosystems that encourage innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth, enabling startups and larger organizations to thrive in dynamic market conditions.Lean Innovation: Helping organizations adopt lean innovation strategies, Calvin guides them in validating ideas quickly and pivoting when necessary, ensuring they stay nimble and responsive to market feedback.Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs: As a coach and mentor, Calvin trains entrepreneurs on how to use design thinking to solve complex challenges, improve customer experience, and refine business models.
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