What we’re about
Design And… is a community of explorers interested in discovering how design practices, principles, and mindsets emerge in fields that historically have not been design-led. Interested in the untapped potential of how design applies to HR, supply chain operations, marketing, non-profit social enterprises, and government? Come join the discussion. Learn about bright spots, unexpected breakthroughs, and successes from the industry practitioners who are leading the journey. Find out what challenges we all face in leveraging design practices and how we've overcome them.
How is design transforming your industry?
Design And… is about:
• My field and my peers
• Design thinking and real-world application
• Creative, technical, and business
• My professional skills and transforming organizations
Call for speakers!
Don’t feel like an expert in the Design space but have something to share? No problem -- you don't need to be a design expert to present here. As a community we will discuss how your work uses design practices and principles. Here are some things you might consider touching on for your presentation:
· Creating great, human experiences
· Process of iteration
· Testing
· Generating ideas/solutions before you launch the thing
· Small investments to learn more
· Learning your way forward
· Creating empathy
· Eliciting collaborative, creative problem solving
Still not sure? Contact us and we'll chat through it together.
Sponsored by Navicet -- learn more about us at www.Navicet.com
Resources:
Design thinking is a creative problem-solving strategy that is rooted in empathy. Working towards a goal using design thinking activates the hidden potential of diverse teams and invites the best of what each participant has to offer. Design thinking has the potential to transform departments, organizations, and entire industries. In fact, companies who have integrated design thinking throughout their organizations perform 200% better than their counterparts on the S&P 500.
http://www.dmi.org/?page=2015DVIandOTW "Design Thinking... What is that?" https://www.fastcompany.com/919258/design-thinking-what The Stanford University Institute of Design (d.school's) perspective on Design Thinking and innovation https://dschool.stanford.edu/about/
Upcoming events
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•OnlineForesight: Exploring AI Enabled Futures (a Design And meetup)
OnlineIn this session, we'll explore the impact of AI on creative work as an example to experience how strategic foresight can bring clarity, reveal opportunities, and challenge assumptions. You'll leave with the confidence to apply futures thinking to your own work—whether you're designing services, shaping strategy, or reimagining how your organization operates.
Through a mix of presentation and collaborative activities, we'll explore:
- How to make sense of emerging change by scanning for signals and trends
- How to imagine different futures using tools like the Futures Wheel
- A chance to reflect and connect with peers in small-group breakout rooms
Agenda
- Welcoming and kickoff
- Intro presentation from Razane Hanna and collaborative activities in Miro
- Reflection, discussion, and Q&A
- Networking mix and mingle in breakout rooms
About Our Guest of Honor
Razane Hanna brings a unique blend of design and futures thinking to her work. From public spaces to digital experiences, she's spent years exploring how we can shape better futures through thoughtful design. With a Master's in Strategic Foresight and Innovation, Razane helps teams navigate uncertainty and prepare for change. She focuses on making futures thinking accessible, collaborative, and fun—encouraging teams to tap into their curiosity and explore possibilities they hadn't considered.
No matter your background, experience, or area of practice, this session invites you to explore how AI is shaping the future — and how you can use foresight to navigate what’s next with creativity and confidence.
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Past events
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