Innovate with Impact
Transforming ideas into meaningful solutions
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Crafting user-centered strategies.
Building innovative methods.
Creating impactful stories.
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About Us
We are an impact-driven innovation studio based in Europe with a global reach.
With 20+ years of experience in the innovation and development sectors, we bring together expertise in strategy, participatory design, technology, and creative communication to drive meaningful change.
We design strategies, build methods, and craft stories that bring innovation to life.
From idea to implementation to creative communication — we help you design projects that put people at the center.
DŌ — your innovation partner for impact.
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Our services
We bring together strategy, empathy, and creativity to turn complex challenges into meaningful, measurable impact.
Strategy & Project Design
We imagine solutions with communities, governments, and organizations — not for them. Together, we design programs and roadmaps that are participatory, inclusive, and built for long-term impact.
Innovation Implementation & Methods
We turn ideas into reality. From pilots to scalable initiatives, we develop and manage innovation projects that bring together technology, data, and creativity.
We tell stories that inspire action. Our creative team designs communication strategies and produces visual content that highlights impact, voices, and transformation.
Creative Communication
Why Work With Us
DŌ (道) means “path” in Japanese — a philosophy of continuous learning, harmony, and excellence.
We are an innovation studio for development that blends creativity, technology, and participatory design to make transformation real.
We believe in the power of innovation as a force for social, environmental, and economic change.
By working hand in hand with communities, governments, and organizations, we help imagine better futures — and make them happen.
Our Founders
Mariana Balestrini, CEO
A specialist in territorial development and sustainable tourism, Mariana brings over 20 years of experience across Latin America. She has led internationally recognized programs in competitiveness, innovation, and conservation.
Mara Balestrini, CTO
A PhD in Computer Science and a global leader in digital transformation for social impact. Former CTO of IDB Lab and advisor on AI and digital policy, Mara has driven pioneering innovation projects across Europe and Latin America.
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