Kate Machtiger
Kate Machtiger is the founder of Extra Terrestrial Studio, where she designs and builds “deep space” — surreal places that build connection through exploration and play. Kate brings strategic vision to complex projects and harnesses her multi-disciplinary design and business background to translate concepts into reality. She was formerly Design Director at Assignment Studios, where she helped clients bring their brand visions to life in the form of retail spaces, pop ups, and events. In 2016, Kate was selected to the Forbes 30 Under 30 for her role in developing emerging technology programs with the federal government. Previously, Kate served as a consultant on large-scale real estate and hospitality ventures, and as an innovation consultant for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and large nonprofits. She began her career as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs. Kate holds a BSE from Princeton University and an MBA from University of Oxford.