Mandy Ortiz

Ortiz is a multimedia artist and entrepreneur originally from Chicago. She is the Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder of DAWn Audio, a platform that streamlines and gamifies the music production process. Prior to joining DAWn full time, she worked as a Brand Strategist at Ogilvy, honing her skills in strategic planning and public relations while working with top clients and co-publishing industry thought leadership pieces. Drawing from her background in transitional justice practices, Mandy guides her work by curating spaces that promote the intersection of cultural preservation and innovation. Her commitment to this intersection extends beyond DAWn Audio into organizational work with art collectives, businesses, and community-based nonprofits across various cities—making the relationship between people, community, and culture the center of anything she does.