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The Future of Leadership: Creativity, AI, and Human-Centered Innovation

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### The Future of Leadership: Creativity, AI, and Human-Centered Innovation

#### A 90-minute Design Workshop with David Moore, Lecturer at Stanford Design

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Join us for an engaging session filled with actionable insights, dynamic conversations, and complimentary pizza and drinks to fuel your creativity.

Unlocking Creativity & Leadership: From Ideas to Impact

In today’s fast-paced world of design, innovation, and leadership, the ability to think creatively and strategically is essential for driving meaningful change. This workshop is designed for designers, product leaders, and entrepreneurs looking to break through creative barriers, adopt a user-centered mindset, and turn bold ideas into tangible success.

Join us for an engaging session where we’ll explore the intersection of creativity, leadership, and human-centered innovation. Through thought-provoking discussions, real-world case studies, and actionable strategies, you’ll gain the tools to navigate complex challenges, foster collaboration, and lead with purpose in an ever-evolving industry.

Key Takeaways:
🔹 From Design Thinking to Design Doing – Where are you in the creative process? The best work is multi-dimensional, engaging us on a deeper level. Unlock your natural creative abilities and move from ideation to execution.
🔹 Reigniting Innovation: From Firefighting to Fire Starting – We’ve become so skilled at solving problems that we’ve forgotten how to spark new ideas. Learn how to cultivate a culture of communication, collaboration, and creative productivity to drive meaningful innovation.
🔹 The Human Element of Innovation – True creativity isn’t just about ideas—it’s about people. Understand how to nurture the deeper, often-overlooked aspects of your team’s potential to build an environment where innovation thrives.
🔹 AI as Your Creative Partner, Not a Shortcut – AI can be an incredible tool—but only if you use it wisely. Learn when and how to integrate AI into your workflow, craft effective prompts, and avoid generic, uninspired results.
🔹 Mastering Team Dynamics: Communication, Listening & Collaboration – Teams are unpredictable, and clear communication isn’t always as clear as we think. Discover strategies for building strong, high-performing teams that listen, collaborate, and innovate effectively. This session will equip you with the insights and techniques needed to lead with creativity, navigate challenges, and drive innovation with confidence.

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### About the Speaker

David Moore, Innovation Strategist & Keynote Speaker

David Moore is a highly respected design leader, innovation strategist, and dynamic keynote speaker with over a decade of experience in user-centered design and technology-driven solutions. Recognized for his expertise in bridging cutting-edge technologies with practical, market-ready designs, David has worked extensively with industry leaders to transform complex ideas into award-winning products. His work spans industries such as healthcare, robotics, and consumer goods, where he has consistently driven impactful results through creativity and collaboration.

David’s career has been dedicated to fostering innovation and accessibility in design. He has collaborated with leading organizations, including SRI International, J&J, Google Life Sciences (Verily), Nike, The North Face, to deliver solutions that merge technology with human-centered design principles. His contributions have earned him accolades such as the Smithsonian Robotics Innovation Award and recognition at global innovation summits.

More About David Moore...

David’s expertise extends to building and mentoring high-performing teams, creating inclusive design systems, and leading large-scale projects that balance strategic vision with tangible outcomes. As an educator and speaker, he has shared his insights as Guest Instructor and a Guest Lecturer in Stanford University’s Design Program, UC Berkeley, and international conferences from San Francisco and LA to Doha and Milan, inspiring audiences to embrace design as a powerful tool for transformation.
David holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design from Art Center College of Design and a Certificate in Advanced Project Management from Stanford University.

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