Biography

Marc V. Stress partners with high-performing brands to drive clarity, creativity, and growth. Over two decades he built Stressdesign and later co-founded 76West. Today, he advances design education as Program Coordinator and Professor at Syracuse University, while continuing to serve organizations in fractional leadership roles.

Leadership & Practice

From brand strategy and identity systems to digital product design, Stress has led cross‑disciplinary teams and initiatives that translate vision into outcomes. His practice emphasizes measurable impact, collaborative processes, and the craft of typographic systems.

Snapshot

  • Founder & Principal, Stressdesign (2000—2017)
  • Co‑founder, 76West (2017-2025)
  • Fractional C‑level advisory for growth‑stage organizations (2025-)

Teaching & Academic Service

At Syracuse University, Stress serves as Program Coordinator and Professor, mentoring emerging designers and developing curricula that link design, culture, and technology.

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Selected Clients

Representative collaborations include regional and national organizations across technology, culture, education, and manufacturing.

  • Vivendi
  • Ingersoll Rand
  • EMS Technologies
  • Saab Technologies
  • Micros
  • Feeding New York State
  • Central New York Community Foundation
  • Syracuse University
  • Seneca Savings
  • Würth

Press & Speaking

  • Guest lectures and critiques at universities and professional organizations
  • Publications featuring work in branding and digital design

Contact

For speaking, teaching, or advisory engagements in branding, strategy and design, please reach out via the contact form.