Design Executive Council Podcast

Design Executive Council Podcast
Podcast Description
Design Executive Council Podcast is where the sharpest minds in strategic design leadership converge to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges. From strategy, ethics, policy to the evolving role of design in business, we dive deep into the forces shaping the future. We go beyond the headlines to explore the impact of design on technology, business, and humanity. Tune in every other week for candid discussions with top design executives, led by curiosity, insight, and a passion for shaping what’s next.
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The show delves into topics such as the intersection of design and artificial intelligence, ethical design practices, the evolving role of design in businesses, and strategic decision-making. For example, the pilot episode examines the human experience in relation to AI and the importance of meaningful design metrics.

Design Executive Council Podcast is where the sharpest minds in strategic design leadership converge to tackle the industry’s most pressing challenges. From strategy, ethics, policy to the evolving role of design in business, we dive deep into the forces shaping the future. We go beyond the headlines to explore the impact of design on technology, business, and humanity. Tune in every other week for candid discussions with top design executives, led by curiosity, insight, and a passion for shaping what’s next.
In a world where speed and efficiency dominate, how can we keep creativity, critical thinking, and quality design at the forefront?
Join Kaaren Hanson, Benedikt Lehnert, and host Gordon Ching as they explore how design leaders can foster creativity, sharpen judgment, and balance efficiency with meaningful impact.
This isn’t just theory—it’s a must-listen for designers, leaders, and forward-thinkers navigating the tension between innovation and speed.
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