- Size: Interim Consultancy
- Coverage: United Kingdom
About Marcus Kirsch & The Wicked Company
Marcus Kirsch is a seasoned professional with over two decades of expertise in end-to-end product and service innovation, process innovation, and delivery at both individual and portfolio levels. Specializing in assisting businesses across various industries, Marcus has a proven track record of globally building and managing teams, providing training to senior leadership, leading successful transformation initiatives, and effectively mitigating risks while optimizing operational costs and business value.
As an alumnus of the Royal College of Art and a former researcher at MIT Media Lab, Marcus brings a unique blend of creativity and technical acumen to his work. His diverse clientele includes renowned companies such as BP, British Telecom, GlaxoSmithKline, Kraft, McDonald’s, Nationwide, Nissan, Science Museum, P&G, Telekom Italia, and WPP, in addition to collaborations with non-profits and startups.
Marcus is not only a sought-after keynote speaker but also the author of ‘The Wicked Company,’ a compelling book that delves into innovative strategies for organizations to effectively tackle complex challenges known as wicked problems. His holistic approach to problem-solving and wealth of experience make him a valuable asset for businesses looking to drive innovation and achieve sustainable growth.
From his book:
“ Marcus Kirsch’s superpower is to see problems at both the macro and micro scales. The Wicked Company surveys the landscape to help us understand how, when and why change happens; then he dives deep to help us figure out how to capitalise on it.”
— DOUG POWELL, VICE PRESIDENT DESIGN, IBM
You can contact him on LinkedIn or follow ‘The Wicked Podcast’ on Apple and Spotify.
His second book will be published later in 2024.
Marcus is available for workshops and contracts.
Specialisms
digital transformation, service design, user experience UX, product management
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