Marielis Rosario
About Marielis Rosario
Marielis Rosario is a Business Design Lead at IDEO in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in retail management and consulting, with previous roles at Cognizant, Macy's, and other notable companies.
Work at IDEO
Marielis Rosario serves as the Business Design Lead at IDEO, a position she has held since 2023. Her role involves integrating technology developments with a human-centered approach to solve complex challenges. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Business Designer at IDEO from 2021 to 2023, also based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In these roles, she has contributed to various projects that emphasize innovative business design.
Education and Expertise
Marielis Rosario holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Science in Digital Innovation, both obtained from the Questrom School of Business at Boston University between 2018 and 2020. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background supports her expertise in management consulting, particularly in technology transformation and innovations.
Background in Retail Management
Marielis Rosario has a solid background in retail management, focusing on product development and buying. She has held various positions in the retail sector, including roles at Macy's as an Omnichannel Senior Assistant Buyer and a Product Assistant in Product Development. Her experience spans multiple facets of retail, from merchandising to planning, which informs her current work in business design.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining IDEO, Marielis Rosario accumulated diverse experience in the retail and consulting industries. She worked at Cognizant as a Senior Consultant in Retail & CPG for 11 months in 2020-2021. Her earlier roles include internships at Calvin Klein, Perry Ellis International, and DVF, as well as a position as a Merchandise Planning Intern at Macy's. This extensive experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the retail landscape.