In this episode we delve into the role of data science and AI in creating effective emission reduction strategies, the challenges enterprises face in adopting climate tech, and how businesses can transition to more sustainable models through innovative solutions.
Also, we go to different aspects of creativity such as art and Rachel discusses how visual design and curation can foster conversations around intergenerational trauma, creating meaningful experiences that inspire healing for future generations.
Who is Rachel Poonsiriwong?
Rachel Poonsiriwong is a product designer, curator, and creative technologist based in Singapore. She works at Terrascope, a Climatetech startup focused on emission reduction through data science and AI. Previously, she was at Scale AI and Microsoft, designing computer vision and machine learning solutions. Her work has been featured in TIME Top 200 Inventions, CNN, and Bloomberg. Rachel has also curated exhibitions in San Francisco and Rochester and exhibited as a creative technologist in New Orleans and Bali.
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In this episode, we talk about design, sustainability, and the future of creating impactful solutions. Christina shares insights from her diverse design toolkits—spanning experience, service, and research—revealing how they prioritize approaches to uncover problems and craft effective solutions.
We explore the meaning of sustainable design, its evolution, and practical steps the design community can take to encourage adoption across industries. From blending sustainability with UX/UI and service design to overcoming key challenges, we discuss what it takes to design with long-term impact in mind.
Who is Christina Collura?
Is a Senior Product Designer on the consumer engagement team at Too Good To Go, whose app received the ‘2023 Cultural Impact’ award from the Apple App Store. She has a passion for 0 to 1 product design, crafting impactful digital solutions that blend delight and strategy.
Her expertise spans UX/UI, service design, and research, always anchored in a deep understanding of peoples’ needs. She thrives on collaboration, embracing a human-centered approach inspired by underdogs, risk-takers, and storytellers.
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We explore the evolving role of designers and leaders in shaping a more sustainable and forward-thinking world. In this episode, Alicia invites us to reflect on how lessons from the past can serve as a foundation for forward-thinking strategies, reminding us that optimism and proactive design are essential for shaping a brighter future. From balancing immediate business needs with long-term goals to addressing the challenges of sustainability in design education and practice, this conversation serves as a hopeful reminder of the power of thoughtful reflection in building a better tomorrow.
Who is Alicia Shao?
Alicia Shao is a Senior Service Designer at The LEGO Group, an external lecturer at the Köln International School of Design and L’École de Design Nantes Atlantique, and most importantly, a futurist at heart. Alicia is an accomplished speaker, having presented at conferences worldwide on the importance of future thinking and the role of design in shaping the world to come. Driven by her deep passion for democratizing the future, Alicia is committed to increasing future literacy and making the future into a playground for all.
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In this episode, join us and have an amazing conversation with Coral Michelin, a distinguished professional with a rich background in environmental management and a Ph.D. in Design. As a strategist, educator, and facilitator, Coral brings a unique perspective to the table, weaving together her expertise in ecology, regeneration, systemic thinking, diversity (DE&I), futures, and decoloniality. Coral's journey unfolds through her roles as a visiting professor at IED-SP and ESPM-SP, Research and development Product and Project Manager at Re.green, and Co-founder of Radar ASG. With a passion for socio-environmental goals, Coral has made significant contributions as the former Director of Community Mobilization for innovation at (011).lab, the São Paulo City Government's innovation laboratory, and as the coordinator of the Bachelor's Degree in Product and Service Design at IED-SP. Not just a design professional, Coral is an avid ecology activist, a passionate poet, and a fervent feminist. Also in this episode, Coral unveils key insights. She delves into the challenges posed by a lack of knowledge in sustainable design, especially within the digital landscape. Coral also advocates for the pivotal role of education as a driving force, emphasizing its significance for designers, clients, and the wider community. Lastly, Coral navigates the intricate balance between human-centered and planet-centered design, urging us to consider the health of the planet alongside human interests. If you already love these, Coral give us a special gift, a book reference; Julia Watson: Lo-Tek; Design by Radical Indigenism Last but not least; Are you part of an ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+ community, or have a disability? If so, you can save 30% on conference tickets by purchasing our DEI tickets. Visit designmatters.io/tickets/ for more information. If you're thinking about attending a Design Matters conference with your team or friends, you can get a Group Discount. Send an email to hello@designmatters.io and ask for your discount - the larger the group, the larger the discount!
In this episode, Kat is the creator of the <Design Ethically> project, which started as a framework for applying ethics to the design process and has now grown into a toolkit of speculative activities that help teams forecast the consequences of their products. Through her work with <Design Ethically>, she has spoken at events hosted by the European Parliament () and the US Federal Trade Commission (), as well as an assortment of tech conferences. She has also guest lectured at various institutions, such as Harvard University () and Duke University (). Kat has been quoted in the BBC, WIRED, Fast Company, Protocol, and Tech Policy Press. She lives in Stockholm with her adopted husky, where you can find them running around.
In this episode gain unique insights into the historical trajectory, examining the current state of the industry and uncovering the emergence of manipulative design patterns. Kat provides a thought-provoking perspective on the ethical journey of the tech world, highlighting the need for a critical examination of its past, present, and future. Kat offers valuable perspectives on the role companies play in shaping a responsible and ethical technological landscape. Last but not least she also shares her views on the significant role that employee organizing plays in fostering ethical impact within the ever-evolving tech sphere.
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In this episode, Lee Timutimu, CEO & Founder of Arataki Systems - a tech company owned by Māori people - talks about Māori representation in tech and cultural preservation. From Aotearoa New Zealand, Lee has developed a proximity-based phone app that allows you to learn about the country's historical locations. Following Lee's mission to increase the representation and participation of the Māori in the tech industry, we reflect on the importance of learning from history and the contributions of previous generations in today's fast-paced realm of technology. If you're thinking about attending a Design Matters conference with your team or friends, you can get a Group Discount. Send an email to hello@designmatters.io and ask for your discount - the larger the group, the larger the discount!
In this episode, Head of Design at Al Hilal Bank Batsirai Madzonga, counting on 14+ years of experience in digital design, talks about valuing voices and strategies for inclusive design. Discussing how to promote inclusivity in diverse design teams and ensuring everyone's voice is heard and valued, Batsirai sheds light on what it is like to work for a company where people have different values. He talks about how designers can handle such situations, providing a few tips. If you're passionate about design, check out our conferences, where we delve even deeper into topics like this. Are you part of an ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+ community, or have a disability? If so, you can save 30% on conference tickets by purchasing our DEI tickets. Visit designmatters.io/tickets/ for more information.
In this episode, Ginger Chien, Device Architect at AT&T Mobility, shares how she combines her innovative spirit with a strong commitment to a human-centered approach in Engineering. With an impressive portfolio including 70+ patents covering a variety of fields, she's responsible for defining AT&T Mobility's technical requirements for mobile devices. The core of Ginger's practice revolves around balancing creativity with the needs of end-users. Stressing the need for a human-centered approach that focuses on incorporating UX principles in Engineering and empathy in the design process, she discusses strategies for making products and services more accessible and inclusive for diverse user groups. Design Matters hosts conferences worldwide. If you're interested in attending one or even bringing one to your city, visit our website designmatters.io and find all the locations we host events in. If you'd like to help Design Matters organize an event in your city, send an email to hello@designmatters.io.
In this episode, Rahul Lindberg Sen, Experience Design Director at Volvo Cars, with a background in Theatre and Architecture, discusses with us inclusive design in action. Diving into the potential challenges of pursuing DEI in the design industry when competing with other priorities, like profit or established norms, he offers a nuanced look at the complexities involved. Rahul tells us how he has tackled unconscious biases in his design process, whilst making sure they don't negatively affect the user experience. Are you part of an ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+ community, or have a disability? If so, you can save 30% on conference tickets by purchasing our DEI tickets. Visit designmatters.io/tickets/ for more information.
