Women in Design Deep Dive 2024
June 26-27
Philadelphia, PA
In-Person & Virtual Event
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Event Overview
This event is IDSA’s annual celebration of inclusion and diversity in design. Now in its 8th year, the Women in Design Deep Dive is an event for all design professionals who are seeking fresh and varied perspectives. Get ready to engage in interactive workshops and activities that will give you quick boosts of learning in ways immediately applicable to your job. The theme for 2024 centers on amplifying your efforts to gain more influence, get what you need in negotiations, effectively communicate design value, become a master at self-direction, and more. The hands-on practice you will experience will grow your skills and level up your design career, while also cultivating a diverse professional network.
What Will I Learn?
Discover insights and actionable strategies across design leadership, equity, AI integration, emotional design, negotiation principles, and more.
User-Centered Design
Learn how to prioritize user needs and experiences, and design products and services that deeply resonate with users.
Innovation and Technology
Explore the latest trends and tools in design innovation, including Generative AI and emerging technologies, to stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving design landscape.
Equity and Inclusion
Discover strategies for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in design processes and creating products that address the needs of underrepresented communities.
Emotional Design and Human-Centered Approaches
Learn how to leverage emotions and human-centered design principles to create compelling and resonant products that deeply connect with users on an emotional level.
Career Growth and Leadership
Enhance your negotiation skills, leadership abilities, and career advancement strategies to thrive as a design professional and make a meaningful impact in your field.
Sustainability, Social Impact, and Equity
Explore innovative approaches to sustainable design and social impact, and discover how design can be used as a tool for positive change, addressing environmental and social challenges.
Who Is This Event For?
Entry Level Designers/Students: Connect, gain insights into various design career paths, and understand the dynamics of the field. Mid-Career Designers: Network, explore diverse career trajectories, and enhance your technical expertise. Senior/Lead Designers: Elevate your business acumen, leadership skills, and team management strategies. Design Educators: Discover valuable perspectives, tools, and case studies to enrich teaching methodologies, inspire students, and stay updated on industry trends.Â
Event Venue
DesignPhiladelphia
1218 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Emcees
Owner & Design Director, Diona Nicole Design Studio; Professor, Jefferson University
CEO & Founder, Nova Design
Speakers
Dassault SystèmesÂ
Loft Design
INDEED Innovation Inc.
Design Leader and Advisor
Academy of Art Design and Strategy
Newell Brands
Diona Nicole Design Studio/Jefferson University
Perkins Design Ltd.
Virginia Tech
Drexel University
Experience Research + Design, O3Â
Unwrap CMF
Loft Design
Kovacs-Wesner Design Group
Delve
IDSA Deep Dives
Tailored insights and unparalleled learning crafted for the modern industrial designer.
Designed as comprehensive professional development forums, IDSA’s Deep Dives cater to designers at every career stage, empowering them with actionable knowledge and invaluable networking opportunities.Â
Cutting-edge Insights
Workshops & Q&A Sessions
Live Demos & Expert Guidance
Global Design Community Connection
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