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-04:00Location
Brooklyn Art Cave | Brooklyn, NY

About this Event
This isnβt another hot take on design trends.
This is a call to action.
ποΈ Date & Time: 04/24/24 from 6 to 9PM
π Location: Brooklyn Art Cave
897 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11206
ποΈ 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.
Youβll 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 Youβll 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
ποΈ Get your ticket now β and be part of the conversation.
Agenda
π: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
6:00PM-7:00PM: Arrival/Networking (food and drinks)
π: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
7:00PM-8:00PM: Speaker Presentations
π: 08:00 PM - 08:15 PM
8:00PM-8:15PM: Panel Discussion/Q&A
π: 08:15 PM - 09:00 PM
8:15PM-9:00PM: Networking and Goodbyes
Where is it happening?
Brooklyn Art Cave, 897 Broadway, Brooklyn, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 18.00 to USD 25.00
