Mark Buchalter

Mark Buchalter is a seasoned design leader with extensive experience in enhancing user experiences across various industries, primarily in healthcare. Currently serving as Design Director for Experience Design at Philips since September 2017, Mark focuses on improving healthcare experiences for patients and caregivers. Prior to Philips, Mark was the Director of Experience Design at Hornall Anderson Design Works, where leadership in customer experience programs was emphasized. Significant contributions include roles as Board Member for Design in Public, Senior Associate at NBBJ, and Smart Space Practice Lead at IDEO, where human-centered design principles were central to project successes. Mark's early career featured roles at Cranbrook Architecture Office and as a Furniture Maker, complemented by an MFA in 3D Design from Cranbrook Academy of Art and a BS in Architecture from Lawrence Technological University.