Juan Carlos Torres
Philippines
Judge of Yanko Design Best of CES
JC Torres is a respected editorial director and prolific writer at Yanko Design, and previously a senior editor at SlashGear, where he has established himself as a trusted voice in the world of modern product design. With educational backgrounds in both Philosophy and Computer Science, JC brings a unique analytical and technical perspective to his coverage of industrial design, consumer technology, and lifestyle products.
Over the past decade, he has reviewed hundreds of products spanning categories such as smart devices, home accessories, audio gear, and more, always with a keen eye for innovation and user-focused design. Torres’s work is distinguished by his ability to distill complex design concepts into engaging, accessible narratives, making advanced technology and forward-thinking aesthetics approachable for a broad audience. His authoritative reviews and feature articles often spotlight the best designs unveiled at major international events, including CES, MWC, and IFA, offering readers a first look at global design trends and groundbreaking new products.
As a passionate advocate for thoughtful design and digital lifestyle, Torres’s writing not only informs but also inspires, shaping conversations around the future of product design. His experience and dedication have positioned him as a go-to expert for design enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, making a lasting impact on the field through both critique and celebration of cutting-edge design.
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Prof. Dr. Ken Nah
Korea
Professor, Hongik University, South Korea
Board Member, World Design Organization (WDO)
Senior Vice President, Korea Federation of Design Associations (KFDA)
Juror for international design competitions including Red Dot Award, Dyson Award, Better Design Award, and Korea K-Design Award
Han Jiaying
China
Founder of Han Jiaying Design
Renowned Designer
Member of the Alliance Graphique Internationale (AGI)
isiting Professor at the School of Urban Design of Central Academy of Fine Arts
Visiting Professor at the School of Design and Art , Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts
He has served as a judge of the German Red Dot Award and Taiwan Golden Dot Design Award.
Jarred Evans
United Kingdom
Managing Director of PDR
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
Juror for iF Design Award
Tom Harris
Australia
Honoury Chair of SHOP!eaco