Marko Ahtisaari is a prominent figure in the technology and design industry. With a Master of Arts in Philosophy and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Music, and Philosophy from Columbia University in the City of New York, Ahtisaari has dedicated his career to working for innovative organizations in a variety of leadership roles. He co-founded Dopplr, a social-networking service for frequent travelers, served as Executive Vice President of Design at Nokia, and was the CEO and co-founder of Sync Project.

Ahtisaari has also been involved in various non-profit organizations, including serving on the advisory committees and boards of WITNESS and Newsmill. Moreover, he has been the Artistic Director of the Helsinki Festival, solidifying his commitment to artistic expression and curation.

As a Director's Fellow at the MIT Media Lab, Ahtisaari was able to devise creative and technologically advanced solutions to modern-day concerns. He is a renowned expert in design strategy, brand development, and creativity. Ahtisaari's vast experience leading groundbreaking organizations and working with world-class creative teams has positioned him as an authority in the international design industry.