Conor Farese
About Conor Farese
Conor Farese is a Director at IDEO, focusing on climate, biodiversity, and infrastructure. He has extensive experience in design and business, having held various roles at IDEO and other organizations, and holds degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of California, Berkeley.
Work at IDEO
Conor Farese has held multiple roles at IDEO, a design and consulting firm. He served as a Senior Business Designer from 2019 to 2021, focusing on innovative digital products and services. Following this, he transitioned to the role of Senior Design Lead from 2021 to 2023, where he continued to emphasize climate, biodiversity, and infrastructure. In 2023, he was promoted to Director, a position he currently holds. Throughout his tenure at IDEO, Farese has supported various companies in bringing new ventures to market.
Education and Expertise
Conor Farese earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies with a Minor in Geography from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, graduating in 2019. His academic background supports his expertise in design work related to health, energy, mobility, and smart cities/infrastructure.
Background
Conor Farese has a diverse professional background that includes founding Wisen Workshops and serving as a Fellow at StartingBloc in 2014. He has also worked in corporate strategy at Southwire Company and held the position of Director of Marketing & Product at Soligent. His leadership experience includes serving as President of the MBA Association at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business from 2017 to 2018.
Current Involvement
In addition to his role at IDEO, Conor Farese is currently a member of the Nature Tech Collective, a position he has held since 2024. He is also a First Movers Fellow at The Aspen Institute, a role he began in 2023. These positions reflect his ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in technology.
Personal Interests
Conor Farese engages in pottery as a personal interest, showcasing his work on the website www.studiotuck.com. This creative outlet complements his professional focus on design and innovation.