
Benjamin Evans leads a new generation of problem solvers who take societies complex issues using the power of Design. With curious learners, creative builders, strategic thinkers, and passionate doers, Benjamin leads initiatives that enable teams to deliver experiences that resonate with customers, unlocking product innovation, and business growth. With a history of building impact-focused teams, cultivating customer-centric cultures, and driving the delivery of impactful products, Benjamin's experience spans Design, business strategy, innovation, and more. As Head of Design for Trust, Benjamin leads Design teams focused on delivering useful, effortless, and aspirational experiences that unlock access to financial independence for those who traditional banking left behind. Formerly, he led Product Inclusion at PayPal, directing a cross-functional team dedicated to empowering product groups in designing and developing equitable experiences for diverse global users. As a speaker and instructor, benjamin shares his expertise on various subjects, including product design, inclusive innovation, and storytelling, at institutions and events worldwide. Before PayPal, Benjamin led Inclusive Design at Airbnb as well as the Anti-Discrimination team to craft experiences, methods, and white papers that advanced the practice of fair, accessible, and equitable product design. Benjamin actively consults with Fortune 500 companies and universities - including Nike, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Adobe, Harvard, Berkeley, Stanford, IXDA, Money20/20, and more.
cash.app
nick.com
nike.com
startupchile.org
mars.com
paypal.com
impacthub.net
Los Angeles, California, United States
Head of Design, Trust
Cash App
• www.linkedin.com/company/cash-app
Oct 2023 - Present
Head of Product Inclusion
PayPal
• www.linkedin.com/company/paypal
Mar 2021 - Sep 2023
Los Angeles, California, United States
Founder
resonate
• www.linkedin.com/company/resonate-by-design
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Inclusive Design Lead
Airbnb
• www.linkedin.com/company/airbnb
Apr 2017 - Feb 2021
San Francisco Bay Area
Chief Executive Officer
Needmade
• www.linkedin.com/company/needmade
Feb 2014 - Oct 2016
London, United Kingdom
Principle Design Lead
Nike Inc.
• www.linkedin.com/company/nike
Jan 2016 - Jul 2016
South East Asia
Design Leadership Consultant
UMA Furniture & Decoration
• www.linkedin.com/company/uma-design-ltd
Jan 2016 - Jun 2016
Vietnam
Communications Executive
Speakeasy
Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
www.speakeasy.co
airbnb.com