Mark Vidal
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
Bio
With 20+ years of experience in industrial design and product development, I help founders transform ambitious early-stage ideas into manufacturable, market-ready products.
I specialize in guiding entrepreneurs from napkin sketches to fully realized product concepts, including drawings, 3D CAD models, renderings, prototypes, feasibility testing, and clear specifications that support engineering, manufacturing decisions, and confident investor conversations.
My work has contributed to the launch of industry award-winning products, the securing of multiple global utility patents, the creation of design guidelines, and the implementation of advanced large-scale prototyping systems.
I collaborate closely with founders, engineers, and product teams to solve complex design challenges, validate concepts, and translate ideas into pragmatic, scalable solutions. Supporting entrepreneurs and working with them through the critical early stages of product creation is what drives me.
What are your areas of strength?
Design Opportunity Assessment
Product Feasibility Testing
Product Development Process
