Founder, Programs Lead
Hi, I’m Jeff.
🧋Boba order: Chocolate milk tea (bc it tastes like chocolate milk)
Chief Executive Officer
Hello boba friends! I'm Ben, CEO for BobaTalks, welcome to our little community! My passion is making mentorship accessible for all given how impactful my own mentors were on my own life/career which started as a pre-law student and ended up as a product manager/leader at Google. Looking forward to meeting you!
🧋Boba order: Jasmine milk tea with boba half sweet (of course!)
Marketing Director
I am the Chief Marketing Officer at BobaTalks, and I aim to bring BobaTalk’s vision to life through meaningful storytelling and creating effective marketing campaigns and strategies. I am currently a Program Manager at Meta based in Los Angeles. In my free time, you can find me traveling, exploring new neighborhoods, or sipping on some wine at my favorite local bars or wine shops.
🧋Boba order: Strawberry yogurt smoothie or Hokkaido milk yea
UX Design Lead
Hey, I'm Emma, UX Design Lead at BobaTalks. I'm a Vancouver-based product designer with experience spanning agency work, freelancing, and in-house roles. My journey into design was far from conventional—about five years ago, I made the leap from the business world to design, a transition that has transformed my life. Driven by my passion for community and mentorship, I joined BobaTalks to help students navigate their own unique paths toward a fulfilling career and life.
🧋Boba order: Mango green tea with coconut jelly & tapioca
UX Designer
Hi, I’m Carmen! I’m a UX Designer at BobaTalks who believes great design is like a good boba order—balanced and delightful. When I’m not on Figma, you’ll find me watching dog and cat videos 🐶🐱 or hunting for the perfect boba 🧋.
🧋Boba order: Fresh milk with brown sugar bubbles
UX Designer
Hey, I'm Kelvin! I'm a designer at BobaTalks who's guided by the belief that ‘designers are not the users,’ while solving problems with empathy, accessibility, and a drive to empower others. I’m constantly learning and growing, fueled by street photography, hojicha, and a never-ending quest for the perfect sandwich—bonus points if it’s an In-N-Out double-double.
🧋Boba order: Hokkaido milk tea
UX Designer
Hello 👋! I’m Izzy, an interdisciplinary designer and community-builder based in Vancouver, BC. When I'm not moving pixels or planning events, you can find me sipping on something sweet, travelling the globe, or doodling away on my iPad.
🧋Boba order:Honey green/black tea with white pearls
UX Designer
Hey there! I'm Akankshya, and I do UX Design and Technical Program Management at BobaTalks. I love designing web apps, especially making navigation and information-finding effortless. When I’m not working, you’ll probably find me diving into astronomy or geeking out over history! 🚀✨
🧋Boba order: Mango green tea with lychee jelly, 50% sugar, less 🧊
UX Designer
Hi, I'm Elaine. I'm a product designer specializing in AI, mobile, and desktop design. I create cohesive, multi-platform experiences through user-centered and scalable design systems. At BobaTalks, I'm building the scheduling tool.
🧋Boba order:Matcha milk tea with cream cheese topping
UX Designer
I come from a non-traditional background in Biology and transitioned from UX design to product management. As a career switcher, I know the value of guidance and community. At BobaTalks, I help create digital experiences and support mentorship programs, ensuring students feel empowered on their own career journeys.
🧋Boba order:Honey green/black tea with white pearls
Visual/Graphic Designer
Nice to meet you! As an Artist with a background in Games Design, I thrive at the intersection of creativity and systems design! In my free time, you’ll find me frequenting cafes & dessert shops around the Bay Area, traveling with friends, reading webtoons, or playing a variety of games! Always happy to connect—feel free to send me a message!
🧋Boba order: Oolong milk tea with grass jelly
Engineering Lead
Frontend Engineer
Hi, my name's Jacky! I work as a software developer and mainly work with React and JavaScript but am knowledgeable about other languages as well!
🧋Boba order: Regular bubble milk tea
Backend Engineer
Hi, I'm Harvir! I'm someone who’s always curious and excited to try new things, whether it’s picking up a new hobby, meeting new people, or exploring a different cuisine. I love spending time with friends and family, making memories over good food and great conversations. In my free time, you’ll find me gaming, researching new things, finding new places to visit, or diving into creative projects. Life is all about experiences, and I’m always looking forward to the next adventure!
🧋Boba order:Taro milk tea with pudding
Full Stack Engineer
Hi! I'm Daniel. I work as a Full-Stack Engineer in BobaTalks and go to the UBC, taking CS & Management. Some fun facts about me are that I've played the saxophone and guitar for over a decade, I'm a gamer (Nintendo mainly), and I love to build fun vibes with a great community!
🧋Boba order: Classic bubble tea
Product Lead
Hello, my name is Brian and I wear multiple hats here at Bobatalks. I am a Discord Mod, Product Lead and also a mentor here at bobatalks. Come say Hi!
🧋Boba order: Jasmine milk tea with light sugar, no 🧊
Associate Product Manager
Hi there! I'm the Associate Product Manager for BobaTalks. I'm currently studying Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington. On my free time, I enjoy vlogging YouTube videos, writing Substacks, and taking pretty pictures of food!
🧋Boba order: Black milk tea with boba, 50% sugar, less 🧊
Program Manager (Mentor Experience)
Hey there! I'm Ella, it's nice to e-meet you! I'm currently a business student exploring everything from side projects to new food! Find me searching for new movies, immersed in music, or diving into my next crochet projects! I'm super excited to be supporting BobaTalks, feel free to say hi! 😊
🧋Boba order: Brown sugar pearl milk tea with fresh taro paste
Program Manager (Mentor Experience)
Through obtaining a B.S. in Chemistry, I discovered a passion for optimizing processes, leading me into project management. I currently manage a fellowship grant at UCSF, honing my strategy skills in higher education. However, I'm exploring project management in a more technical capacity to expand my expertise so we'll see what my next steps are!
🧋Boba order: Strawberry matcha with boba
Program Manager (Mentor Experience)
👋 Hi there! My name is Macy. If you tell my 18-year-old me that I will be working at Big Tech post-grad, she would be shocked! This *really* feels like a dream to me. 💭
💼 Besides work, I am focusing on jump-starting the PMReady Global community so you all can join and ask PM-specific questions, whether they are about career pivots or any advice and suggestions.
☂️ I occasionally create content on my blog, YouTube, and LinkedIn for people who are early in their careers, and people who want to break into PM.
🎬 I am also a Movie Marathonist - All time favourite movies are Twilight, Harry Potter & High School Musical
🧋Boba order: Jasmine green tea with boba
Program Manager (Product)
Hey there! I'm Akankshya, and I do UX Design and Technical Program Management at BobaTalks. I love designing web apps, especially making navigation and information-finding effortless. When I’m not working, you’ll probably find me diving into astronomy or geeking out over history! 🚀✨
🧋Boba order: Mango green tea with lychee jelly, 50% sugar, less 🧊
Program Manager (DEI+)
Hi, I'm Honoka (she/her) and I’m a DEI+ Program Manager at BobaTalks! Growing up in New York, Tokyo, and Toronto, I’ve navigated my multicultural identity and learned the importance of community, inclusivity, and representation. BT is a safe space for everyone and we’re here to support you 🤍
🧋Boba order:Peach green tea with agar boba
Events Coordinator
Hello 👋! I’m Izzy, an interdisciplinary designer and community-builder based in Vancouver, BC. When I'm not moving pixels or planning events, you can find me sipping on something sweet, travelling the globe, or doodling away on my iPad.
🧋Boba order:Honey green/black tea with white pearls
Head of Community + Discord Lead
I’m Alice, a very aspiring UI/UX Designer, but creating ~fun~ is my passion so here I am as Events Manager at BobaTalks! My favorite events are ones where I get to make friends and make a good [product here] to boot, so you might catch me game jamming or hacking somewhere~ If you haven’t seen me around yet, I’m probably off doodling or creating emojis for my dusty library collection ❤︎
🧋Boba order: Strawberry smoothie with boba
Analytics Lead
Hi I’m Michael and I’m a Digital Analyst for a credit union & I help BobaTalks with Analytics. When I’m off the clock, I’m editing photos/films, hitting the gym, or snowboarding out in the Rockies. I’m a sucker for slow jams, R&B, EDM and sometimes Kpop. Currently have d4vd, SZA, and Knock2 on repeat.
🧋Boba order: Wintermelon black tea with jelly
Data Analyst (Social Media)
Data Analyst (Podcast)
I'm currently working as a data analyst at Lithia & Driveway. I'm also a volunteer mentor through BobaTalks. My hobbies are lifting at the gym, playing tennis, listening to business news podcasts, listening to k-pop, and low key a Pokemon collector. I'm a fan of sports such as football & baseball.
🧋Boba order:Fruit tea such as strawberry, watermelon, peach, or wintermelon
Marketing Lead (Podcast)
It's nice to meet you 😊👋🏻. I became BobaTalks' Podcast Marketing Lead to help more students know about this incredible resource. Outside of BobaTalks, I'm a Product Designer and Marketing Director that enjoys anime, gaming, and 2000s music. Feel free to message me if you need job search help!
🧋Boba order: Strawberry latte with crème brulee
Social Media Manager
hi everyone! my name is wynne and i am the social media manager of bobatalks. in my free time, i love to go try new restaurants and cafes and playing pickleball! feel free to reach out if you wanna have a coffee chat or boba chat ദ്ദി •⩊• )
🧋Boba order: Black tea latte with boba, 0% sugar and less 🧊
We'll figure it out, together.