about

Sam is a millennial originally from Hong Kong. Before the iPhone hit the market, he made his way to the U.S. to further his education and explore better job opportunities. After graduating, he kicked off his career at a marketing firm in Campbell, working on projects for clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. There, he helped brands build their identity and web presence while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

After three years at the agency, Sam took on a new challenge at a global hardware company in Fremont, joining a larger team in a corporate environment. As part of the marketing department, he wore many hats—creating everything from website designs (concept to completion) to print collateral, brochures, mobile app designs, and video edits showcasing company products. For Sam, design isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about crafting original, meaningful work that serves as a powerful marketing tool to drive success.

After six years, Sam made another bold move, joining Machine Zone, Inc. (MZ) in Palo Alto. In this fast-paced, engineering-driven environment, he focused on front-end development and played a key role in titles like Final Fantasy XV: A New Empire. He also contributed to maintaining top-grossing games such as Game of War: Fire Age and Mobile Strike. Working alongside UI/UX designers, game designers, QA testers, and project managers, Sam helped create gaming experiences enjoyed by millions worldwide.

fun facts

When there’s downtime at the office, you might find Sam pulling pranks on his colleagues—ensuring at least a few startled screams make the workday more entertaining.

hobbies

Sam loves adventure and traveling with his wife and son. They’re always on the lookout for new experiences and delicious food. He’s been to Mexico 13 times and counting, which has led his coworkers to (half-jokingly) suspect he’s a drug smuggler.
The truth? He just goes for the tacos, lobsters, and good vibes.