Episode 9 - Leading Transitions with Christian Bason
In the 9th episode, we sit down with Christian Bason, co-founder of Transition Collective, an organisation that combines strategy, design, and transition research. Previously, Christian was the CEO of the Danish Design Centre and led the Danish Government's innovation team, Mindlab.
Christian highlights the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation in driving systemic change across sectors. He emphasises the need for organisations to focus on long-term sustainability and the role of strategic designers in navigating complex challenges. He also underscores the unique position of Nordic countries in fostering democratic values and the responsibility to share their insights globally. He provides advice for aspiring designers and recommends resources for further exploration in the field.
Tune in now and be inspired to rethink what design can do across sectors.
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Episode 8 - Shaping the Future with Nicolas Fransisco Arroyo
In the 8th episode we meet Nicolas Fransisco Arroyo, Partner and Head of Strategic Foresight at the strategic design consultancy Manyone. Previously, Nicolas was a founding partner and Director of Foresight at Bespoke Copenhagen and has more than 16 years of experience in the creative industries.
We discuss the evolving landscape of strategic design, the importance of understanding change, and the role of facilitation in design processes. Nicolas shares insights from his journey in the field, the tools developed for future insights, and the significance of cross-industry collaboration. The conversation emphasizes the need for sensitivity in consulting the art of asking the right questions to uncover deeper client needs, and the importance of continuous learning and curiosity, to solve complex challenges.
Join us for another inspiring and insightful episode with one of the most prominent voices in strategic design.
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Episode 7 - Recrafting Materials with David Maximilian Schneider
In our 7th episode, we talk with David Schneider, co-founder of Recraft Design Studio. With a bachelor’s in architecture from Darmstadt University and a master’s in Strategic Design & Entrepreneurship from the Royal Danish Academy, David shares how his development as an architect with hands-on craft and design experience has shaped his professional journey towards becoming a strategic designer. He reflects on how studying strategic design has created a space for material, technical, social, environmental, and economic interests to meet, and how craft and collaboration has fueled Recraft Design Studio's purpose of repurposing construction waste.
Tune in for an empowering conversation with David, where we unfold strategic design, architecture, circular value chains and entrepreneurship.
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Episode 6 - Inviting Nature into the Process with Amanda Stadler
In this episode, we talk with Amanda Stadler, Client Lead at the Danish strategic design agency, 1508. Amanda is educated as an industrial designer and strategic designer. We explore biomimicry in design, the challenges of adopting new methodologies, and the evolving role of strategic design in driving system change. How can nature drive innovation? Tune in as we discuss this, the future of strategic design, and nature-based methods and solutions.
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Episode 5 - Behind the Mic with Emilie and Isac
We are halfway through the season, and it’s time to introduce the hosts behind the microphone. In this episode, we share our background in strategic design and reflect on previous episodes and discuss what we've learned from speaking with our guests.
Designing the future requires more than creativity. It demands strategy, long-term thinking, and a willingness to embrace complexity.
Join Emilie and Isac, two strategic designers with diverse backgrounds within business and design, as they explore the field of strategic design.
Through insightful conversations with professionals, this podcast delves into how strategic design is shaping products, buildings, organizations, and landscapes. Tune in for inspiration, enlightenment, and motivation to engage strategically in a world full of challenges and opportunities.
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