Mariana Prieto

Mariana will lead the creation of Conservation International’s innovation center — helping to instill human-centered design and creative confidence across the organization.

Mariana has more than 10 years of experience as a leader in social and environmental innovation, spanning non-profits and the private sector. She began her career at IDEO.org, where she focused on solving complex global humanitarian issues. Over the years, she has led teams in collaboration with IDEO, WildAid, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, General Electric and many others.

Mariana has served as an adjunct professor at the ArtCenter College of Design and the USC Marshall School of Business, and has been a guest lecturer at various institutions, including Berkeley Haas School of Business, Stanford University, Microsoft and IDEO.

Mariana was born and raised in Colombia. She now lives in Los Angeles with her son, husband and numerous foster animals that pass through their home.