Ekin Keserer
About Ekin Keserer
Ekin Keserer is a Co-Founder and Head of Design at Akkio, and a Board Member at Torpor Games. With a background in design and development, he has worked for notable companies such as Markforged and Palantir Technologies, and has a diverse international career spanning the United States and Germany.
Work at Akkio
Ekin Keserer serves as Co-Founder and Head of Design at Akkio, a company that specializes in Generative Business Intelligence. Since its founding in 2020, Keserer has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's design philosophy and product offerings. Akkio is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to enhance business intelligence solutions.
Current Roles and Board Membership
In addition to his role at Akkio, Ekin Keserer has been a Board Member at Torpor Games since 2022. He contributes to the studio's focus on the design and development of political video games. Keserer also serves as an Advisor at Genesis Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2020, further expanding his influence in the tech and gaming industries.
Previous Experience at Markforged
Before co-founding Akkio, Ekin Keserer worked as a Principal Designer at Markforged from 2017 to 2020. During his tenure, he contributed to the design of advanced 3D printing solutions, enhancing the company's product offerings. His experience at Markforged provided him with valuable insights into product design and user experience.
Education and Expertise
Ekin Keserer completed his high school education at the American Collegiate Institute (ACI) in Turkey. He furthered his studies at Parsons School of Design - The New School from 2013 to 2017, where he developed a strong foundation in design principles and practices. This educational background has informed his approach to design in both the tech and gaming sectors.
Background and International Experience
Ekin Keserer has a diverse professional background that spans both the United States and Germany. His international experience reflects a commitment to cross-cultural collaboration and innovation. He has worked in various capacities, including a brief role as a Product Designer at Palantir Technologies in 2016, which adds to his extensive portfolio in the design field.