THIS IS NOT A TREND - From making things to making change

Schedule

Thu Apr 24 2025 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Brooklyn Art Cave | Brooklyn, NY

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Creatives, your work has weight. This talk dives into how design can disrupt, shift culture, and actually change things.
About this Event

This isn’t another hot take on design trends.
This is a call to action.


πŸ—“οΈ Date & Time: 04/24/24 from 6 to 9PM
πŸ“ Location: Brooklyn Art Cave
897 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11206
🎟️ Tickets: Limited availability β€” grab yours now!


"This Is Not a Trend" is a powerful evening of talks exploring how designers and creatives are uniquely positioned to drive cultural, social, and environmental change β€” without compromising on bold ideas or compelling work.

You’ll hear from three creative leaders who are reshaping what it means to design with purpose β€” not as an afterthought, but as a strategic and artistic edge.

This event is for designers, creatives, marketers, and cultural workers who are ready to align their values with their creative output β€” and want to do it well.



What You’ll Walk Away With:
  • Actionable tools to help you design with impact β€” not just intention
  • Fresh frameworks, mindset shifts, and real-world case studies
  • Confidence to lead purpose-driven work inside your org, agency, or studio
  • New energy, fresh inspiration, and meaningful creative connections



Brian Stancheski β€” The Invisible Power of Designers

Founder of Bigger Creative
Why designers are key to sustainable strategy β€” and how to bring that to life across brands, systems, and experiences.
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Lola Bakare β€” Responsible Marketing & Brand Impact

Founder of Make It Be
How to build inclusive, socially-driven brand campaigns that truly resonate β€” and why design and marketing need to work together with intention.
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Daniel Alejandro Leon-Davis β€” Creativity for Social Good

Co-founder of Soze Agency
Powerful stories from the intersection of design, activism, and culture β€” plus how to tell values-driven stories without losing your creative edge.
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Event Format:
  • 3 Talks (20 min each)
  • Followed by a live Q&A
  • Doors open at 6PM for mingling & drinks

🎟️ Get your ticket now β€” and be part of the conversation.



Agenda

πŸ•‘: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
6:00PM-7:00PM: Arrival/Networking (food and drinks)
πŸ•‘: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
7:00PM-8:00PM: Speaker Presentations
πŸ•‘: 08:00 PM - 08:15 PM
8:00PM-8:15PM: Panel Discussion/Q&A
πŸ•‘: 08:15 PM - 09:00 PM
8:15PM-9:00PM: Networking and Goodbyes
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Where is it happening?

Brooklyn Art Cave, 897 Broadway, Brooklyn, United States

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Tickets

USD 18.00 to USD 25.00

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