Design Tracks

In this episode we delve into the role of data science and AI in creating effective emission reduction strategies, the challenges enterprises face in adopting climate tech, and how businesses can transition to more sustainable models through innovative solutions. Also, we go to different aspects of creativity such as art and Rachel discusses how visual design and curation can foster conversations...

In this episode, we talk about design, sustainability, and the future of creating impactful solutions. Christina shares insights from her diverse design toolkits—spanning experience, service, and research—revealing how they prioritize approaches to uncover problems and craft effective solutions. We explore the meaning of sustainable design, its evolution, and practical steps the design community c...

We explore the evolving role of designers and leaders in shaping a more sustainable and forward-thinking world. In this episode, Alicia invites us to reflect on how lessons from the past can serve as a foundation for forward-thinking strategies, reminding us that optimism and proactive design are essential for shaping a brighter future. From balancing immediate business needs with long-term goals...

In this episode, join us and have an amazing conversation with Coral Michelin, a distinguished professional with a rich background in environmental management and a Ph. D. in Design. As a strategist, educator, and facilitator, Coral brings a unique perspective to the table, weaving together her expertise in ecology, regeneration, systemic thinking, diversity (DE&I), futures, and decoloniality....

In this episode, Kat is the creator of the <Design Ethically> project, which started as a framework for applying ethics to the design process and has now grown into a toolkit of speculative activities that help teams forecast the consequences of their products. Through her work with <Design Ethically>, she has spoken at events hosted by the European Parliament () and the US Federal Tra...

In this episode, Lee Timutimu, CEO & Founder of Arataki Systems - a tech company owned by Māori people - talks about Māori representation in tech and cultural preservation. From Aotearoa New Zealand, Lee has developed a proximity-based phone app that allows you to learn about the country's historical locations. Following Lee's mission to increase the representation and participation of...

In this episode, Head of Design at Al Hilal Bank Batsirai Madzonga, counting on 14+ years of experience in digital design, talks about valuing voices and strategies for inclusive design. Discussing how to promote inclusivity in diverse design teams and ensuring everyone's voice is heard and valued, Batsirai sheds light on what it is like to work for a company where people have different values...

In this episode, Ginger Chien, Device Architect at AT&T Mobility, shares how she combines her innovative spirit with a strong commitment to a human-centered approach in Engineering. With an impressive portfolio including 70+ patents covering a variety of fields, she's responsible for defining AT&T Mobility's technical requirements for mobile devices. The core of Ginger's practi...

In this episode, Rahul Lindberg Sen, Experience Design Director at Volvo Cars, with a background in Theatre and Architecture, discusses with us inclusive design in action. Diving into the potential challenges of pursuing DEI in the design industry when competing with other priorities, like profit or established norms, he offers a nuanced look at the complexities involved. Rahul tells us how he has...