Naveed Lalani was born an entrepreneur. While other kids were playing with fingerpaint, 10-year-old Naveed channeled his creativity through computer art programs. This marked the birth of Naveed’s interaction with technology.
During high school, Naveed devoured PhotoShop classes. By his junior year of high school, he was freelancing for local businesses. Naveed continually honed his skills with color and texture exercises. This passion for creativity carried into Naveed’s college career. Naveed studied Advertising and Independent Interactive Studies at the University of Texas, Austin. He soon landed an internship at the design firm where he worked on a few high profile brands. This recognition landed Naveed greater visibility in the area and soon he started doing contract design work for local companies and businesses in Austin.
Naveed’s accomplishments seem to run together. Towards the end of his studies at University of Texas, he landed the coveted MAIP Ogilvy Interactive internship in New York City. Later, he was awarded the AAAA Operation Jumpstart III Scholarship. After graduation, Naveed continued his education when he studied New Media at Portfolio Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The high-paced curriculum at PC taught Naveed more design fundamentals — and how to manage a huge workload. But his stint didn’t last very long.
Piryx called, and Naveed answered. He left his studies in Atlanta to become the Chief Interactive Officer for Piryx. He has big plans for the company. When Naveed’s not at the office, he’s learning about the newest video game trends, running, or playing basketball. He’s loves documentaries, and hitting the town with friends.
