Marc Mertens

Marc Mertens is a visionary CEO and Founder of A Hundred Years, a renowned creative consultancy specializing in purpose-driven transformations for organizations.

With a rich background in commercial advertising, including work with brands like Sony and Red Bull, Marc brings a unique perspective to his projects, blending expertise from diverse industries such as science, arts, culture, and consumer brands.

Under his leadership, A Hundred Years has successfully spearheaded transformative initiatives for various clients, receiving recognition with numerous prestigious awards such as Webby Awards, W3 Awards, Communicator Awards, Summit Awards, and Davey Awards.

Marc's commitment to driving large-scale change through inspiring experiences has earned him accolades from industry authorities like Forbes and Entrepreneur.

Apart from his professional endeavors, Marc is actively involved in academia, teaching courses on design thinking and design for impact at UCLA, and sharing his insights on innovation and design thinking at high-profile events like TEDx and Museum Next Conference.

He is also a valued partner in Bruce Mau's Massive Change Network, further cementing his status as a thought leader in the world of purpose-driven design and transformation.

Marc Mertens holds a solid educational background with studies in International Economics at the University of Vienna and Economics at Handelsakademie Gmunden.

His diverse professional journey includes key roles such as CEO and Founder at A Hundred Years, Director of Business Development at Glow, Co-Founder at Sounds of Vienna, Board Member at Foundation for Art Resources, CEO at SESO MEDIA GROUP LLC, and Founding Partner at Seso New Media.