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Yani Deros

Judge at MassChallenge

Yani Deros is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in product development, technology innovation, and the hospitality industry. As the Chief Executive Officer of CIRQ+ since December 2016, Yani has led the creation of a cloud-based technology system that enhances hotel experiences by transforming ordinary rooms into smart environments. Concurrently, Yani serves as a Judge for MassChallenge to support early-stage entrepreneurs and as a member of the ASU NRT Independent Advisory Board, focusing on citizen-centered smart city initiatives. Yani also founded ATOM Innovation + Product Development and STREAM Research, both dedicated to advancing innovation through design and customer insights. Previous positions held include Director of Product Development at Sensys Medical, Director of Design at Farm Design, and various design roles prior. Yani holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial and Product Design from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

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