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Dr. Michael Waltinger
Design & Research Director and Engagement Manager at McKinsey Design
Dr. Michael Waltinger is an experienced research, design, and innovation leader with a background in anthropology, human-centric design, and management consulting.1 He currently holds the position of Director & Head of Human-Centric Design, though it's not specified at which company.1
While the query mentions his role at McKinsey & Company, the available search results do not confirm this information. However, it's worth noting that LinkedIn profiles often reflect the most current position, which may have changed since the information in the query was obtained.
Dr. Waltinger's expertise spans across various fields, combining academic knowledge with practical industry experience. His background in anthropology likely informs his approach to human-centric design, allowing him to bring unique insights to his work in research and innovation.
As of October 18, 2023, Dr. Waltinger had joined the team at Nordic Healthcare Group (NHG), which he described as the Nordic leader and largest advisory company in its field.2 This suggests that he may have transitioned from a previous role, possibly the one at McKinsey & Company mentioned in the query.
Given his professional background and current position, Dr. Michael Waltinger appears to be a respected figure in the fields of design research, innovation, and management consulting, with a focus on human-centric approaches.
