As the David and Janet McCue Music Director of the Kendall Square Orchestra, Kondakçi leads an ensemble of professionals from the technology and life sciences sectors. Under his leadership, the orchestra has undertaken initiatives with global impact. Through the Symphony for Science Series, they have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars in support of local charities. Recently, in partnership with Pfizer, Kondakçi collaborated with young people affected by rare diseases to produce Come and Walk a Mile, an anthem shared worldwide to raise awareness and support for these communities.

Kondakçi is deeply committed to leveraging music as a catalyst for meaningful social change. In 2017, he co-founded the Eureka Ensemble, a professional orchestra that works with communities in the greater Boston area to address social issues through music. By engaging often neglected groups—such as immigrant and refugee youth, individuals experiencing homelessness, and at-risk women and children—the ensemble uses music to inspire empowerment, share stories, and foster empathy.Their initiatives have addressed a wide range of issues—from homelessness and mental health to climate change and music education—and have garnered attention from PBS, NPR, The Boston Globe, and others. The ensemble's collaborations with esteemed artists like violist Kim Kashkashian and violinist Midori have further enriched their programs and expanded their impact.

In 2018, Kondakçi co-founded the Women's Chorus, a program dedicated to providing musical experiences to women facing homelessness and poverty in Boston. By creating a supportive community through music, the chorus empowers participants to express themselves and share their stories. This initiative has not only enriched the lives of its members but also inspired similar programs worldwide. Highlighted by NowThis News and amassing millions of views online, the Women's Chorus exemplifies how music can serve as a powerful tool for social change and community building.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Kondakçi collaborated with physicians and musicians to launch Boston Hope Music, in partnership with the New England Conservatory and Massachusetts General Hospital. This therapeutic initiative offered music to recovering COVID-19 patients and healthcare workers, emphasizing the essential role of the arts during a critical time.

An advocate for education, Kondakçi serves as an assistant professor at the Berklee College of Music, mentoring the next generation of musicians. He is also a non-resident tutor at Harvard University and has guest lectured at institutions such as the Longy School of Music and the New England Conservatory. 

An active public speaker, Kondakçi has presented at TEDxBoston and the League of American Orchestras conference, sharing insights on the powerful connections between music, community, and innovation. Extending this philosophy to the business world, he collaborates with corporate leaders on leadership development through conducting. In this capacity, he directs The Leading Tone, a groundbreaking program he developed with the Kendall Square Orchestra, which has garnered international attention from leading corporations such as PwC and Kinden Corporation.

Kondakçi’s international career took off in 2014 when he conducted the Albanian National Orchestra, earning recognition as a cultural representative of the Albanian diaspora. Since then, he has collaborated with numerous orchestras across the United States and Europe.

Kondakçi holds degrees in conducting and composition from the New England Conservatory, where he studied under mentors such as Michael Gandolfi, Gunther Schuller, Benjamin Zander, and Charles Peltz. His approach combines technical mastery with a belief in music's power to inspire and effect positive change in society.

Residing in Boston with his wife, Chloe, he continues to focus on projects that use music to engage communities and address social issues. His journey from Albania to the United States and his family's history have instilled in him a deep commitment to artistic expression and social responsibility, which remains central to his work today.