Steve Chaparro
About Steve Chaparro
Steve Chaparro is a Senior Design Lead in Organizational Design at IDEO and a Brand Ambassador at his own company, both based in Long Beach, California. He has extensive experience as a keynote speaker, podcast host, and executive coach, focusing on organizational design and communication.
Work at IDEO
Steve Chaparro serves as the Senior Design Lead for Organizational Design at IDEO since 2022. In this role, he leads projects that employ design thinking, storytelling, and facilitation techniques to tackle complex challenges across various industries. His work focuses on enhancing organizational culture and communication through innovative design solutions.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his position at IDEO, Steve Chaparro is actively involved in several roles. He has been a Brand Ambassador at his own company, steve chaparro, since 2023. He also hosts and produces the Culture Design Show podcast, where he interviews leaders in architecture, design, and technology. Furthermore, he serves as an Executive Coach at The Creative Executive, providing guidance on organizational design and culture.
Education and Expertise
Steve Chaparro holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Southern California. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Strategic Design and Management from Parsons School of Design - The New School. His educational background supports his expertise in organizational design, communication, and culture, which he has developed over nine years of experience as a keynote speaker, podcast host, and executive coach.
Professional Background
Steve Chaparro has a diverse professional background. He has held various positions in different organizations, including serving as the Vice President of Strategic Design at Visioneering Studios and as an AVP Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. He also founded and served as Principal at Culture Design Studio from 2017 to 2022, where he focused on design and organizational culture.
Podcast Hosting Experience
Since 2014, Steve Chaparro has been a keynote speaker and has hosted the Culture Design Show podcast. Through this platform, he engages with leading figures in architecture, design, and technology, exploring topics related to culture and design. His experience as a podcast host complements his work in organizational design and communication.