Women in Design Deep Dive 2024

June 26-27

Philadelphia, PA

In-Person & Virtual Event

Thank you to our sponsors

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. 

Event Venue

DesignPhiladelphia
1218 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Emcees

Diona Murray

Owner & Design Director, Diona Nicole Design Studio; Professor, Jefferson University

Jeanette Numbers, IDSA

CEO & Founder, Nova Design

Speakers

Anne Asensio, IDSA

Dassault Systèmes 

Saloni Bedi, IDSA

Loft Design

Sarah Crooks

INDEED Innovation Inc.

Irina Kozlovskaya, IDSA

Design Leader and Advisor

Aadhya Krishna, IDSA

Academy of Art Design and Strategy

Laura Leenhouts

Newell Brands

Diona Murray

Diona Nicole Design Studio/Jefferson University

Nancy Perkins, FIDSA

Perkins Design Ltd.

Isabel Prochner

Virginia Tech

Raja Schaar

Drexel University

Christine Sheller

Experience Research + Design, O3 

Rina Shin, IDSA

Unwrap CMF

Maggie Snoke

Loft Design

Alecia Wesner

Kovacs-Wesner Design Group

Sharon West

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. 

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Cutting-edge Insights
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Workshops & Q&A Sessions
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Live Demos & Expert Guidance
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Global Design Community Connection

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