Natalia Vasquez
About Natalia Vasquez
Natalia Vasquez is a Senior Lead at IDEO, where she directs climate futuring work and develops innovative solutions to climate challenges. With a background in communications and design, she has contributed to various climate initiatives and exhibitions globally.
Current Role at IDEO
Natalia Vasquez serves as a Senior Lead at IDEO, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she directs the climate futuring work, focusing on immersive installations that catalyze action towards climate solutions. She has co-pioneered IDEO's climate strategy, emphasizing nature-based solutions and the circular economy. Her leadership includes developing a climate venture program aimed at innovative solutions for climate challenges.
Previous Experience at IDEO
Natalia Vasquez previously worked at IDEO as a Lead from 2021 for 11 months and as a Manager from 2019 to 2020 for one year. During her tenure, she contributed to various projects, including the development of climate strategies that align with conservation efforts and sustainable practices. Her experience at IDEO has positioned her as a key figure in climate-related initiatives.
Educational Background
Natalia Vasquez has a diverse educational background. She studied at Tufts University, focusing on Entrepreneurship and International Relations. Additionally, she attended the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, where she achieved a degree in Design. She furthered her studies at Parsons School of Design - The New School, earning a Graduate Certificate in Futures Studies and Speculative Design. Her education supports her work in climate initiatives and design.
Contributions to Climate Initiatives
Natalia Vasquez has made significant contributions to climate initiatives through various roles. She has worked with organizations such as The Nature Conservancy and Net Impact, where she managed impact design programs. Currently, she advises the World Ocean Council, focusing on climate and ocean-related initiatives. Her work includes directing speculative climate futures exhibitions in cities like London and Dubai.
Publications and Research
Natalia Vasquez's work has been featured in prominent publications, including Forbes, FastCompany, and Bloomberg. She co-authored an article titled 'The Power of Rigorous Futures' with Alex Gallafent, highlighting her insights into future studies. Her research at IDEO includes exploring nature-based solutions, reinforcing her commitment to addressing climate challenges through innovative design.