Mark Blackwell

Mark Blackwell is an experienced Creative Director and Visual Analyst at RANE (Risk Assistance Network + Exchange) since July 2015, where management of a design team and focus on geopolitical and risk analysis are key responsibilities. Prior to this role, Mark served as a consultant for the Asian Development Bank from 2009 to October 2017, specializing in project management for data visualization, design, and infographics. Mark’s extensive background in the field includes positions as a Data Visualization Specialist at Hearst (1998-2009), Capital Cities/ABC, Inc. (1993-1998), and MediaNews Corp. (1987-1992), where a strong emphasis was placed on creating informational and explanatory visuals for various media outlets.