Ari Adler
About Ari Adler
Ari Adler is a Partner and Executive Director at IDEO, where he has worked since 2000. He has a background in mechanical engineering and design, with experience at Harvard University and MIT, and has contributed to numerous patents and design projects in various fields.
Work at IDEO
Ari Adler has served as Partner & Executive Director at IDEO since 2000. In this role, he has contributed to the firm's focus on design and innovation, particularly in the Health and Wellness practice. He has played a significant role in building Boston's product design portfolio, addressing complex technical challenges. Adler has facilitated design and innovation workshops for various clients, including corporate entities, academic institutions, and nonprofits across the US, Europe, and Latin America.
Education and Expertise
Ari Adler has a diverse educational background. He studied Physics and Math at Brandeis University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from 1992 to 1996. He then pursued a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he was involved with the Media Lab from 1998 to 2000. In 2015, he completed the AIGA Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders Course at Yale School of Management. Additionally, he has taught a course titled 'Designing Things for Humans' at the Harvard Graduate School of Design.
Background
Ari Adler has a background in mechanical engineering and design. He worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Design Continuum from 1996 to 1998. Following this, he served as a Research Assistant at the MIT Media Lab from 1998 to 2000. Adler has lived in Mexico and Colombia, which has contributed to his fluency in Spanish. His international experience enhances his understanding of global design challenges.
Achievements
Ari Adler has been named as an inventor on 19 patents, covering a range of products including padlocks, sports equipment, office furniture, consumer products, packaging, and powered surgical instruments. His Master's thesis at MIT focused on designing a low-cost telemedicine system for use in less developed countries, showcasing his commitment to addressing healthcare challenges through innovative design.