Design Leaders Community

Sean Carney is an acclaimed figure in the realms of brand and design, renowned for championing consumer insight and creative foresight strategies. His career is marked by a series of successes in leading globally distributed design teams, delivering award-winning consumer products that not only captivate markets but also generate substantial returns on investment. His expertise spans a range of specialities, including the orchestration and execution of brand design programmes, providing creative direction to expansive multinational design teams, spearheading innovation and product creation initiatives, and extensive collaboration with Asian production and sales units. We are honoured to have Sean in our community. #InnovationLeader #DesignLeadership #DesignLeadersCommunity #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #FoundingMember #DesignLeaders

Today we introduce Meriah Moulton, a seasoned Design leader known for fostering strong creative cultures and driving business impact. With a belief that design serves both the business and its customers, Meriah encourages outcome-focused behaviour and prioritises tangible results. Currently serving as the VP of UX at Google for Core, Meriah leads a multi-continent UX team focused on building capabilities and tools for software engineers, aiming to empower them to achieve their best work and contribute to Google's ongoing success. Before her role at Google, Meriah spent six years as the inaugural Chief Design Officer at USAA, where she played a pivotal role in transforming the company's approach to design and digital experience. Her tenure saw the establishment of design offices in new cities and the development of innovative digital touchpoints, including new websites and apps, ultimately positioning USAA as a digitally literate organisation. With a diverse background that includes significant experience at Frog Design, where she managed large accounts for companies like Disney and Capital One, Meriah brings a wealth of expertise in driving impactful design initiatives across industries. #InnovationLeader #DesignLeadership #DesignLeadersCommunity #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #FoundingMember #DesignLeaders

We have 150 outstanding Design Leaders in our community. Here is another one that we are introducing to our wider LinkedIn Community. Welcome Teman Evans, an accomplished design leader with over 15 years of international experience. Teman, educated at Harvard University, has excelled as an award-winning entrepreneur, agency-side director, and client-side corporate executive. His expertise spans various industries, including lifestyle, hospitality, retail, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals, having worked with renowned brands such as PepsiCo, Wal-Mart, Target, KFC, and more. Teman has a proven track record of creating, managing, and implementing innovative concepts, products, and design thinking approaches. His work involves spearheading client engagement, pitching and client retention, new business development, and managing large multi-disciplinary design teams. With a focus on developing real business-building ideas that drive top and bottom-line growth, Teman is a valuable addition to our community. #InnovationLeader #DesignLeadership #DesignLeadersCommunity #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #FoundingMember #DesignLeaders

We’re still buzzing from our first in-person event in collaboration with WongDoody! A big thank you to Vanessa Daly for joining us and sharing your insights.

We still have some Design Leaders we need to introduce to you. LinkedIn community, allow us to introduce Hans Gerwitz , a seasoned professional who transitioned from the realm of software to become a passionate advocate for design and business strategy. Having climbed the stack from psychology to software to strategy, Hans brings a wealth of experience in helping firms design and build digital products true to their purpose. He strongly believes in fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the design community, drawing inspiration from the dynamic world of software engineering. With a unique journey and a knack for tackling exciting challenges, Hans is a valuable addition to our Design Leaders Community. Please welcome, Hans! #InnovationLeader #DesignLeadership #DesignLeadersCommunity #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #FoundingMember #DesignLeaders

Last Tuesday the 25th, we hosted our first Design Leaders Community x WongDoody event 🚀 The Executive Design Leaders Path to #Innovation and Impact’s event featured a vibrant panel discussion packed with valuable insights and practical advice, moderated by the DLC’s founder, Rob Magowan. - Design Leaders need to speak CFO—It's crucial for design leaders to bridge the gap between creativity and finance. - Train your team on business impact—a collective understanding fosters strong alignment between design and business. - Recognise the broader value of design—emphasising designing for good and inclusive design ensures our work is meaningful and accessible to all. - Improve Design Education—as technology and design tools evolve, we must future-proof education to equip the next generation of talent with the right skills for success. A massive thank you to our panellists; Ralf Gehrig (GCXO, WongDoody), Roger Rohatgi (VP, Global Head of Design, BP), Ellie Runcie (Chief Design Officer, BBC), and Heather Winkle (Chief Design Officer, Former McAfee, Capital One, Apple) and to all 60 executive design leaders who took the time to join us. Watch this space for updates on future collaborations with WongDoody 🙌🏻

One of our Founding Members of the Design Leaders Community Hans Gerwitz is hiring a Design Director for Canonical. Take a look and share among your networks 👇 https://lnkd.in/eSBTDNu2

We have spent a considerable amount of time working closely with our Founding Members to develop a platform that truly serves its community. Taking this into account, there are still a few members remaining for us to introduce to you... Abby Godee is an innovation and experience design leader with over 25 years in consulting and corporate management across Silicon Valley and Europe. She specialises in breaking down disciplinary and organisational silos to foster customer-focused solutions that drive market performance. With expertise spanning healthcare, telecom, and financial services, Abby has helped companies transition from traditional product and service models to future-focused, customer-centric solution providers. Today, Abby and her team are reshaping the way Experience and Design will continue to create human impact as the disciplines transform through AI. Currently at Publicis Sapient, Abby previously drove human-centric innovation and design at Deloitte and led the design of consumer and healthcare experiences at Philips. She has also held leadership roles at Frog Design and Smart Design. Her work focuses on leveraging technology, design, and research to develop digital service strategies and value propositions, creating new business opportunities within complex ecosystems.

Leading by Design: The Executive Design Leaders Path to Innovation and Impact. We will be holding our first in person London event on the 25th June based in Shoreditch. We are keen to bring a wider perspective to the event so we would like to extend an invite to exective leaders based in London/UK who aren’t yet a member of the community. It is important that you are responsible for the overall strategy and direction for design within your organisation. We have 25 places available. If you are interested, please message Rob Magowan for more details. The event will consist of networking, a Panel discussion / Q&A with Ralf Gehrig Chief Experience Officer (Wongdoody) with Roger Rohatgi VP, Global Head of Design (BP), Ellie Runcie Chief Design Officer (BBC) and Heather Winkle Chief Design Officer (Former McAfee, Capital One, Apple). Following the panel discussion, we will be holding a round table session. Topic - "Integrating Design Thinking into the Organisational Strategy: Challenges and Opportunities" We will pick one or two to discuss Best Practices: Sharing methods that have successfully integrated design thinking into strategic levels of various organisations. Challenges: Addressing common and unique challenges faced by leaders when promoting design thinking in environments that may traditionally focus on other approaches. Collaboration Across Departments: Exploring how we can work with other departments (like marketing, engineering, product, and customer service) to foster a cohesive strategy. Metrics for Success: Defining and debating how to measure the impact of design thinking on organisational success. Leadership Development: Considering the skills and training current and future leaders need to effectively lead design-centric teams. It will be a great chance to learn, share and network with peers within exec design leadership. Thanks, Rob

Introducing another fantastic design leader, Letícia Pires, to our LinkedIn community! With a rich background in crafting customer-focused digital products, Letícia has a proven track record of assembling robust teams and scaling design processes within the dynamic landscape of tech companies. Her impressive body of work is evident in her passion for creating impactful products, nurturing a culture of design excellence, and fostering meaningful connections among diverse multi-disciplinary teams. Outside of her professional pursuits, Letícia is an avid speaker and educator, sharing valuable insights on design leadership. As a dedicated parent to a toddler, she has developed a strong sense of balance and efficiency that enhances both her personal and professional life. Welcome to the community, Letícia! #InnovationLeader #DesignLeadership #DesignLeadersCommunity #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #FoundingMember #DesignLeaders