Ty Ahmad-Taylor

A semi-proficient professionally-trained cook, Ty doesn’t ever use bottled salad dressing and is a fan of international travel to see art and architecture.

Ty Ahmad-Taylor
TIE
Venture Advisor

Ty Ahmad-Taylor is a seasoned technology executive and board leader with nearly three decades in consumer-facing software, product development, and interactive television services as well as over 35 years of experience in information design. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of GoPro Inc., where he has assumed the role of Lead Independent Director in May 2025 and has contributed as a member of the Nominations and Governance Committee. Ty was the first and only African-American member of the GoPro Board.

Previously, Ty was Vice President of Product Growth at Snap, where he led global monetization strategy and go-to-market efforts for products connecting people and businesses. Before Snap, he spent 5.5 years at Meta in a similar capacity, driving product growth and innovation at scale. He was the first African-American VP hired at the company, and the co-first African-American VP Level II at the company.

Ty also served as CEO of THX Ltd., a global media and entertainment company renowned for delivering high-end audio-video experiences across cinemas, consumer electronics, and large venues (they did the sound design for Beyoncé’s Lemonade Tour).

Ty’s expertise spans leadership roles at both startups and major corporations, including Viacom, Comcast, The New York Times, and Samsung Electronics. He is recognized for his diverse portfolio of technology and hardware patents, reflecting his deep commitment to innovation and product excellence.

In addition to his corporate leadership, Ty is dedicated to philanthropy as a Board Trustee for the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, supporting the intersection of technology, creativity, and community engagement. He sits on the Committee on Trustees and Marketing Committees with that organization.

He brings a unique blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation across technology and media sectors. He has numerous product development and management patents. 

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