Layla Mah

Layla Mah is a multi-talented professional with a diverse technical and creative background. She is the Founder & CEO of InsightfulVR and has an impressive career in technology and graphics.1

Professional Background

Layla has extensive experience in the technology sector, particularly in graphics and virtual reality:

• Lead Architect for VR & Advanced Rendering at AMD (October 2014 - February 2016)
• Created and led AMD's LiquidVR initiative1
• Worked as a Developer Technology Engineer and Senior Member of Technical Staff at AMD1

Education and Skills

• Studied Computer Science and Graphics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute2
• Studied Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Philosophy (with additional studies in Psychology and Japanese)3
• Research Areas: Physics simulation, robotics, soft shadows, and massively parallel simulations1

Additional Interests

Interestingly, Layla is not just a tech professional but also a dancer. She took a sabbatical to study Ballet, Modern, Lyrical, and Ballroom dance, during which she taught, performed, and competed.1

Languages

She is multi-lingual, with proficiency in Chinese and Japanese.1

Recognition

In 2012, she received the AMD Way Award, the highest award given by AMD, recognizing her innovation and commitment.1