Minds of Design - Ottawa

Minds of Design provides a welcoming atmosphere to learn, network and connect with fellow attendees who share your passion for design!

Location: Alphabet®, 20 James St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0T6

The High Value of Hobbies
Presented by Yang Li RGD - Senior Art Director, Alphabet®
Stay resilient in our fast-paced, goal-oriented world. Through intimate personal stories, Yang will uncover how the pursuit of personal interests is indispensable to creative agility and how it shapes his design thinking.

Design Is Easy to Cut but Hard to Rebuild
Presented by Shannon King RGD - Senior Graphic Designer & Art Director, Art and Words
In times of government budget cuts, design is often one of the first areas affected. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience with government clients, Shannon will explore why creative work remains essential in leaner times and ways designers can communicate the long-term value of strategic design.

Designing for Care: Why “good design” isn’t good enough
Presented by Taralyn Carver RGD - Chief Creative Officer & Partner, BOLD LIP
Most brands want to feel inclusive, accessible, and human. But good intentions don’t automatically create good experiences. In this talk, Taralyn will explore how designers can move beyond aesthetics and compliance to create work that helps people feel seen, supported and able to act, especially in moments that matter most.

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