Want to bring the perfect speaker on design to your event? Find out how their inspiration and insights can change perspectives, spark innovation and resonate with the new generation of creative thinkers. Enquire now about fees and availability to book a speaker who can help your audience stay ahead of the competition.
Gianni Giacomelli helps organisations scale human innovation with AI. An expert in AI, innovation and organisational design, he’s led transformation across Genpact, SAP, BCG and Danone, and heads design innovation work at MIT’s Collective Intelligence Design Lab – where people and machines are designed to think better together.
Thimon de Jong, founder of WHETSTON / strategic foresight, stands at the forefront of understanding future human behaviour and societal changes. His expertise makes him a sought-after keynote speaker and leadership trainer for leading global brands.
John Thackara is a writer, curator and leading voice on sustainable futures. He connects design with daily life, clean growth and mental wellbeing, sharing real-world stories from cities and bioregions. He helps diverse partners build lasting ecological relationships, publishes at thackara.com, and speaks at conferences, corporate events and arts festivals.
Gianni Giacomelli helps organisations scale human innovation with AI. An expert in AI, innovation and organisational design, he’s led transformation across Genpact, SAP, BCG and Danone, and heads design innovation work at MIT’s Collective Intelligence Design Lab - where people and machines are designed to think better together.
Natalie Nixon, PhD, is a creativity strategist and keynote speaker renowned for her insights on creativity, innovation and the future of work. Blending scholarship with real-world practice, she equips leaders and organisations with practical tools to unlock imagination, drive transformation, and achieve measurable business impact.
Anne Lise Kjaer is a world-renowned futurist and founder of Kjaer Global. With a focus on trends, innovation and sustainable strategy, she helps organisations envision the future and transform through her 4P framework, balancing people, planet, purpose and profit for long-term success.
Inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 2010, he has over 4000 designs in production, over 300 awards to his name, and client work in over 40 countries. Karim’s ability to transcend typology continues to make him a force among designers of his generation.
Thimon de Jong, founder of WHETSTON / strategic foresight, stands at the forefront of understanding future human behaviour and societal changes. His expertise makes him a sought-after keynote speaker and leadership trainer for leading global brands.
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Design speakers talk about all sorts of things that affect how we live and do business. They talk about user-centric design, sustainability and eco-friendliness, and technology in design. Topics often include design in social innovation, the impact of aesthetics on user experience, and how to encourage creativity in teams.
By looking at case studies, editor-in-chief-led initiatives, design projects, trends in media, and current developments, they give valuable insights into the world of design, including its relationship with fashion, culture, and diversity. Some also explore how engineering intersects with design and the broader influence of design on society.
A design speaker inspires action by showing the massive impact of design on daily life and business success. Through stories and real-life examples, they show how good design can solve complex problems, increase user satisfaction, foster collaboration, and drive sustainability.
By challenging the status quo and emphasising a human-centric approach, they connect with the audience, keeping them interested and encouraging them to adopt design solutions that make a difference. Often a best-selling author in the field, their aim is to highlight the importance of design thinking in innovation and guide future leaders toward purposeful creation.
Booking a design speaker means finding people who have expertise in areas such as sustainable design, technology integration or user experience. Look for a speaker who is a co-founder, creative director, or even an award-winning entrepreneur to ensure credibility. If you’re interested in making the process smooth and efficient, work with a reputable speaker agency to make the process seamless from first contact to event delivery.
A good speaker will bring fresh perspectives and get your audience to love and act on design strategies. Many also serve as consultants or associate professors or have held leadership roles such as head or former head at top organisations like Google in the UK, adding even more depth to their insights. You can often form a strong connection with a speaker who aligns with your event goals and audience expectations.
They talk about user-centric design, sustainability, technology in design, social innovation and creative processes.
They can offer insights into improving product usability, innovation and sustainability and therefore overall business performance.
Their expertise in your industry, experience with your audience and ability to present complex ideas in an engaging and simple way.
