Maria Santolaria

Maria Santolaria is a design and innovation professional currently serving as the Global Program Director at IDEO. Here are some key details about her background and experience:

Professional Experience

• Current Role: Global Program Director at IDEO in Palo Alto, California1

• Previous Roles:

  • Client Relationship Lead at IDEO (2018-2019)1
  • Head of Venture Design at Innocells by Banco Sabadell (2017-2018)1
  • Head of Human Centered Innovation at Banco Sabadell (2015-2017)1
  • Design Research and Strategy roles in New York and London (2013-2015)1
  • Innovation Consultant at various firms in Barcelona (2007-2011)1

Education

• Masters degree from Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona1
• Bachelor of Science from Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona (2001-2006)1
• Additional design and leadership studies at institutions like California College of Arts, Elisava School of Design, and Stanford1

Skills and Expertise

Maria has expertise in areas such as:

• Design Thinking
• Innovation Consulting
• Business Strategy
• Service Design
• User Experience Design
• Project Management
• Social Innovation1

Teaching Experience

She has also held teaching positions, including:

• Visiting Professor for Design Sprint (2017-2018)
• Professor of Design Thinking (2015-2018)1

Maria Santolaria is known for her work in human-centered innovation and design strategy, with a strong background in both consulting and corporate innovation roles. Her career has spanned multiple countries, including Spain, the United States, and the United Kingdom.