Charles Goran

About Charles Goran

I design the interface between Artificial Intelligence and the physical world.With over a decade of leadership at Google and major tech brands, I specialize in taking experimental AI technologies—like Gemini, Computer Vision, and Large Language Models—and turning them into essential, revenue-generating consumer products. While I operate at the executive level, I remain a hands-on practitioner—actively prototyping with Gemini, defining interaction architectures, and staying close to the craft.REINVENTING MAPS & SPATIAL COMPUTING: Currently leading UX for Google Maps & Immersive View, integrating Gemini AI to transform how millions explore the world. My strategies have driven a 300% increase in user engagement.MONETIZING AI: I led the design strategy to establish and monetize AI features within Gmail Enterprise, directly linking UX improvements to significant revenue growth.DEFINING CATEGORIES: From the \"zero-UI\" innovation of Chromecast to the mobile evolution of Google Drive, I have a history of launching 0-to-1 products that define their market.MY PHILOSOPHY: AI without utility is just hype. I design and inspire teams that focus on human-centered intelligence —using ML not just to dazzle, but to solve complex problems, reduce friction, and create magical user experiences for real humans at a global scale.

Experience

1. Ux Lead Geo - Immersive View

   Google

   Nov 2020 — Present

Education

• The Art Institute

  BFA, Painting

  1989 — 1992

• Musicians Institute

  AA, Music

  1993 — 1995