Jason Ackley

Jason Ackley is a designer and creative leader based in Chicago. He specializes in crafting vibrant brand experiences that resonate with audiences. Currently, he leads the creative team at Morningstar, overseeing marketing and brand expression initiatives.

Jason holds a BFA in Visual Communication from the University of Illinois at Chicago's School of Design. He also undertook a typography program at The Basel School of Design and completed the Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders program at The Yale School of Management, supported by the AIGA.

His work has been recognized by prestigious organizations like the AIGA and the Society of Typographic Arts, with entries in the permanent Chicago Design Archive.

With a robust professional background, Jason has held various roles at Morningstar, including Design Director and Senior Design Manager. He has also worked at the American College of Healthcare Executives and freelanced for companies like Anderson Consulting and Arthur Anderson & Co, SC/Communication Design Center.