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From pioneering mobility ecosystems to leading world-class teams, my experience spans the globe and pushes the limits of experience design, technology, and innovation, creating the future of mobility.

Explore the roles that have defined my career and the expertise that drives my vision:

  • Since 2019 / Los Angeles, USA

    Lead the design, innovation, and digital product development strategies for Fortune Global 100 corporations, transforming customer and brand experiences through the integration of emerging technologies and advanced design methodologies.

    Drive global cross-functional teams to deliver holistic experience solutions that align with both creative vision and business objectives, positioning icon as a leader in global innovation and digital product excellence.

  • 2015 - 2017 / Los Angeles, CA

    Spearheaded the creation of a visionary UX design framework, integrating advanced technologies to deliver a seamless, future-oriented digital product experience, always keeping the user at the center.

    Built and led a world-class team of designers and product managers across LA, Silicon Valley, and Beijing, fostering a culture of rapid innovation, agility, and user-centric digital product development.

    Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based global shared intelligent mobility ecosystem. FF is poised to break the boundaries between the Internet, IT, creative, and auto industries with product and service offerings that integrate new energy, AI, Internet, and sharing models. FF's vision is to create a shared intelligent mobility ecosystem that empowers everyone to move, connect, breathe and live freely.

  • 2008 - 2015 / Munich - Berlin, Germany

    Dual role overseeing creative direction and global business operations, transforming icon incar into the world’s leading automotive UX design studio.

    Delivered award-winning, user-focused projects for leading OEMs such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche, setting new industry standards in automotive user experience and digital product innovation.

  • 2002 - 2008 / Munich, Germany

    Developed and implemented cutting-edge UX/UI design solutions for BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce, always prioritizing the user experience to set new standards in next gen automotive design.

    Played a key role in shaping brand-specific digital identities, from concept cars to series production, ensuring consistency and excellence across all user touchpoints.

  • Since 2017

    Visiting lecturer at ArtCenter transportation and systems design, Pasadena, University of Michigan

  • 2018 - 2019 / Los Angeles, USA

    Founded nxt nxt, a forward-thinking consultancy focused on pioneering the future of mobility through human-centered design and advanced digital ecosystems.

    Directed creative and technological innovation for startups and OEMs, including BMW Group and emerging EV companies, leveraging new technologies to push industry boundaries while maintaining a focus on exceptional user and brand experiences.

  • Launched 2024 / Los Angeles, USA

    With the creation of mobility spaces, I've established a platform for visionaries and creators to forge the future of interdisciplinary mobility experiences.

    The work is characterized by a relentless drive to inspire and connect, fostering a community where new mobility innovation thrives through the power of creative ideation.

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“Christian’s work is not just about reimagining cars, but about leading the evolution of mobility itself—merging technology, design, and experience innovation to create transformative spaces that redefine how we move and live.”

Christian Eckert is a dynamic and future-forward leader with over two decades of experience, driving innovation at the intersection of design, technology, and business. Specializing in the automotive and mobility space, Christian has been instrumental in defining what the future of mobility and in-car experiences will look like—blending cutting-edge design with emerging technologies to create transformative experiences that reimagine how people interact with vehicles.

Christian’s career reflects a deep commitment to innovation, marked by a hands-on approach in shaping next-generation experiences that integrate digital ecosystems, user-centric design, and seamless customer experiences. From leading the transformation of iconmobile’s U.S. entity into an industry-leading innovation firm to creating fully immersive, multi-platform experiences for electric vehicle startups, his work consistently sets new benchmarks across the automotive and tech industries.

Throughout his career, Christian has excelled at managing international, cross-disciplinary teams, fostering creativity, and delivering business-driven results. He has pioneered strategies for Fortune 100 clients, seamlessly connecting user experience, product design, and brand vision. His projects with iconic brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and MINI have established him as a leader in crafting holistic in-car experiences that combine intuitive design with groundbreaking technology.

His latest venture, mobilityspaces.com, highlights Christian’s vision for the future—where cars evolve beyond transportation into immersive, interactive living spaces. His relentless focus on pushing boundaries and connecting visionary ideas to business strategies continues to shape the mobility industry, driving it toward a more integrated, experience-driven future.