Dr. Marc Eckō

CCO & Board Member

Dr. Marc Eckō

Dr. Marc Eckō is an entrepreneur, fashion designer, angel investor, advocate for creators and education reformer. Once a graffiti artist with no connections or fashion pedigree, in 1993 Marc left the safety net of pharmacy school to start his own fashion company – Eckō Unlimited. He is also the founder, and chief brand and creative officer of COMPLEX, a media-broadcast platform that creates and publishes content covering the best, most diverse and relevant voices in culture. COMPLEX has established one of the most sought-after audiences of millennial influencers ever assembled.

Connect with Dr. Marc Eckō

Founders & Board

Laurene Powell Jobs

Co-Founder & Board Chair

Russlynn Ali

Co-Founder & CEO

Larry Berger

Board Member

Geoffrey Canada

Board Member

Jimmy Iovine

Board Member

Michael Klein

Board Member

Yo-Yo Ma

Board Member
Emerson Collective
Emerson Collective

Emerson Collective

XQ works in direct collaboration with Emerson Collective, which is dedicated to removing barriers to opportunity so people can live to their full potential. Established and led by Laurene Powell Jobs, Emerson Collective’s work focuses on education, immigration reform, the environment, and other social justice initiatives. XQ is an independent affiliate of Emerson Collective.

More Resources

XQ Learner Outcomes

The five XQ Learner Outcomes express a powerful vision for adolescent learning.

XQ Design Principles

The six research-backed XQ Design Principles are the essential building blocks of effective high schools.