We’re back for another insightful session, and this time, we’re exploring the intersection of design and everyday life.
Our August meetup will delve into the themes of resilience in design and how design thinking can optimise both work and personal life.
We’re excited to introduce two fantastic speakers: Paul Bailey, SPARCK and Daryn Hobden, CreateFuture. Paul will share his journey as ‘#DesignThinkingDad,’ discussing how he applies design principles to enhance productivity at work and tackle everyday challenges at home. Daryn will bring his extensive experience in UX, offering valuable insights into resilience in the design process.
A huge thanks to Hippo Digital for letting us use the Hippo Campus as the venue this month. They have also kindly offered to provide food and drinks alongside Ideasmiths. This in-person event is a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow UX enthusiasts, learn from industry leaders, and gather practical insights you can apply in both your professional and personal life.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 5, 2024. Doors open at 18:00 GMT, and the event kicks off at 18:30 GMT. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain fresh perspectives on designing for resilience and life optimisation. We look forward to seeing you there!
About our Speaker – Paul Bailey
Over the last few years, Paul Bailey — also known as ‘#DesignThinkingDad’ (DTD) — has embarked on a transformative personal journey. He has evolved from a ‘Digital Designer’ constrained by traditional waterfall delivery methods to a ‘Design Consultant’ thriving in dynamic, agile environments.
About Paul’s Talk
In this engaging talk, Paul will share the valuable lessons he’s learned. Equipped with nothing more than an ample stash of post-it notes, he applies design mindsets and methods to enhance team productivity at work and to solve everyday challenges in his personal life. He’ll share insights including:
- Strategies to break free from ‘default’ mode and creatively tackle daily frustrations.
- Essential ‘human skills’ necessary to future-proof your career against AI.
- The critical need for design in early years education and actions you can take to empower the next generation of change-makers.
Most importantly, he’ll attempt to answer the ultimate question: how should you respond on long journeys when kids ask, “Are we nearly there yet?” This talk isn’t only for dads, parents, or those who care for children; DTD will share practical examples on how to integrate Design Thinking into your everyday life, enabling you to create a more meaningful, creative, and playful existence.
About our Speaker – Daryn Hobden
With 30 years of design experience across industries like retail, e-commerce, travel, gaming, fintech, and the public sector, Daryn has thrived in both agency and client-side roles, gaining a well-rounded perspective on projects. He has led diverse teams in senior roles such as Head of UX, Director of Design and Research, and Creative Director, collaborating with top professionals at companies like Accenture, Flutter, Cinch, ASDA, Jet2, CDP, and the Department for Education (DfE). Daryn believes that innovation and success are born from collaboration and values every team member’s contributions.
About Daryn’s Talk
In this insightful talk, Daryn will delve into the art of developing creativity and resilience, equipping you with practical strategies to build confidence and thrive, no matter the circumstances. He’ll reveal a toolkit of actionable techniques and fresh perspectives designed to help you navigate challenges with ease. Whether you’re aiming for personal growth, professional advancement, or both, Daryn’s session will offer the essential tools you need to succeed.
Join him as he shares the secrets to cultivating a mindset that not only meets but masters adversity, empowering you to unlock your full potential in every area of your life.
About Hippo
Hippo is a trusted digital services partner that designs with empathy and builds for impact. By combining data-informed evidence, human-centred design, and software engineering, Hippo helps its clients thrive as modern organisations. Their approach ensures that each solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of the users, delivering meaningful and effective results.
About Ideasmiths
Ideasmiths is a diverse collective of experienced professionals dedicated to helping businesses build better products and services. They work closely with teams to understand their users, co-creating and designing solutions that enhance user experiences at every touchpoint. Comprised of user researchers, interaction designers, strategists, and coaches, Ideasmiths thrives in multidisciplinary agile environments, bringing a wealth of knowledge to every project they undertake.
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How to find us
This month our event is being hosted by Hippo at the Hippo Campus, Aireside House, 26 Aire St, Leeds LS1 4HT
We can’t wait to see you there!
