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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•OnlinePrinciples of Complexity Science | Design And... meetup
OnlineDiscover how complexity science can unlock better ways to navigate organizational and societal change — in this experiential, virtual “Design And…” session led by strategic designer and educator Ana Isabel Palacios.
Through presentation and conversation we'll explore:
- What complexity science is, and why it matters in organizational contexts
- A set of core complexity principles that help us see organizations as dynamic, adaptive systems
- How these principles can offer new ways of thinking when traditional, linear approaches fall short
- A chance to reflect and connect with peers in small-group breakout rooms
Agenda
- Welcoming and kickoff
- Principles of Complexity Science presentation from Ana
- Reflection, discussion, and Q&A
- Closing thanks
About Ana Isabel Palacios
Ana is a strategic designer with master’s degrees in Service Design and Sustainability. She led the Medellín Smart City program and later worked in New York as a Design Lead guiding service innovation across industries. Today, she is a Senior Program Manager at Navicet and teaches postgraduate courses in service design, innovation, and sustainability. Ana’s work is grounded in curiosity, adaptability, and a deep commitment to making design methods approachable and actionable in complex environments.Whether you're a designer, strategist, or change leader, this session will help you expand how you make sense of complexity and take confident action in uncertain environments.
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Please RSVP to this event as (virtual) space will be limited. If you can no longer make the event please update your RSVP status so that someone else can attend in your place.Thanks to our sponsor Navicet www.navicet.com
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