Mark Andersen

Mark Andersen is the Co-founder and President of Lifeliqe, an innovative educational platform focused on visual learning through interactive 3D models, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR). Lifeliqe aims to enhance workforce development and education by providing a comprehensive digital library of scientific resources, which includes over 1,300 interactive 3D models and 700 lesson plans designed for various educational settings, including schools and libraries.124

Professional Background

• Previous Roles: Before founding Lifeliqe in 2015, Andersen served as the Vice President of Marketing at Location Labs from 2010 to 2011, where he was instrumental in launching the consumer marketing function and the Safely brand. He has also held various marketing leadership positions in tech startups across Silicon Valley for over two decades.135

• Education: Andersen holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Florida.13

Contributions to Lifeliqe

Under Andersen's leadership, Lifeliqe has developed significant partnerships with community colleges and libraries to integrate VR simulations into educational curricula. This initiative includes creating tailored simulations for healthcare, advanced manufacturing, skilled trades, and IT.26 His efforts aim to make learning more accessible and effective, particularly in preparing students for careers in rapidly evolving fields.

Personal Philosophy

Andersen is passionate about education and believes in the power of immersive learning experiences. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and technology providers to tackle modern workforce challenges effectively.6

For more insights into his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username markdandersen.3