Product by Day, Cosplay by Night with Aya Philemon

In this episode of Debugged, host Medha Gupta speaks with Aya Philemon, a product manager at Adobe, about her dynamic career path and how she empowers others to unlock their creative potential. Aya shares her journey from industrial design to tech, discussing how she overcame imposter syndrome and transitioned from product design to product management. She also reflects on her experience as a public speaker at Adobe MAX and the lessons she's learned about effective communication. Outside of work, Aya is passionate about cosplaying and traveling, and she encourages listeners to pursue their passions no matter what. She even shares how she managed to become an extra on a Marvel movie set! Aya wraps up the episode with three key pieces of career advice for students: stay flexible, follow your passions, and embrace opportunities for growth. Learn what’s “behind the mask” in the newest Debugged!