Honoured to Introduce
Mark Parsons
Director Consortium for Research & Robotics, Pratt
Global Innovation & Design Thinking Community
New York Chapter
Mark Parsons is a Technology Education and Design Entrepreneur who has launched several technology and design focused spaces and shows a track record of success with complex ventures – from sailing around the world on 41 foot boat he rebuilt in college, to designing international relief shelters, to founding the Consortium for Research & Robotics in NYC. Parsons is a consultant to businesses and sits on several advisory boards for business and technology ventures, educational advisories, and STEM initiatives.
Expertise
Robotics
Automation
Computational Architecture
Game Design
Business Strategy
Experience
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Founder and Executive Director
Consortium for Research & Robotics
2014-Present . 7 Years 2 Months -
STEP Director
NYSED & Pratt Institute
2016 – 2021 . 5 Years 0 Months -
US Speaker Program
U.S. Department of State
2019-Present . 2 Years 1 Months -
Director Production
Pratt Institute
2005-Present . 16 Years 9 Months -
Principal
MCP Art & Design LLC
2000 – Present . -
Principal and Senior Designer
Haiti SOFTHOUSE Group LLC
2010-2015 . 5 Years 2 Months -
Captain and Crew
SV Lazarus World Voyage
1992 – 1995 . 3 Years 0 Months
Academic details
University:
Cornell University
Certification:
Masters
Year:
1998
University:
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Certification:
BFA
Year:
1995
Social Cause
Innovation Committee, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Mission: The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce promotes economic development across the borough and serves as an advocate for its member businesses. Our mission is to promote a healthy and robust business environment throughout Brooklyn. Vision: The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce is the foremost resource for doing business in Brooklyn, respected as a leader in advancing…
Read MoreSTEAM Advisory Council, Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation
The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is the not-for-profit corporation that serves as the real estate developer and property manager of the Yard on behalf of its owner, the City of New York. BNYDC’s mission is to fuel New York City’s economic vitality by creating and preserving quality jobs, growing the City’s modern industrial…
Read MoreTechnology Committee, The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the leading professional membership organization for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners. Its headquarters is in Washington, DC, with approximately 200 employees and 300 local chapters. The AIA serves its members through advocacy, information, and community. We carry out our goals through advocacy, information, and community.
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