Leading Design London 2024 has now passed.

Schedule

6 November

Day one: Wednesday

Day one of our industry leading speakers discussing topics to help you tackle some of your most pressing challenges, enabling you to become the most effective design leader possible.
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Registration

Use the Barbican's Silk Street entrance and then make your way to the 4th Floor terrace. Once you've registered, join us for a coffee before the conference kicks off.
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Welcome & introductions

Rebecca Groves
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Becoming a change maker by leading with design

Maria Giudice
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Leading through times of turmoil

Will Miner
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Morning break

Grab a drink and a snack and take the opportunity to connect with your peers
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Three c’s: collaboration, communication and conversation

Fonz Morris
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The craft of feedback

Erin Casali
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Why design leaders need to move at the speed of trust

Archana Thiagarajan
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Lunch

Time to break bread together and share your thoughts on the morning talks. Limited places are available at our topic themed lunch tables - sign up at the registration desk.
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Describing the ROI of Design

Ryan Scott
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The evolution of the design leader

Tey Bannerman
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Afternoon break

Time to re-fuel.
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Off the record: an unscripted conversation where our speakers dig deeper into the themes from the day

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Cocktail/mocktail time!

Join us for a drink with your fellow participants.
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Barbican architecture tour

Join one of the venue's expert team for a tour of the iconic Barbican centre. Numbers are limited so be sure to sign up on the day - first come, first served.

7 November

Day two: Thursday

Day two of our industry leading speakers with more chances to re-connect with your peers and build relationships.
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Registration

Don't forget to bring your event pass so you can walk right in and get a coffee in the Barbican's beautiful conservatory
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Welcome to day two

Rebecca Groves
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From 'Design Leader' to 'Leader': Dropping the title, keeping the impact

Katrina Alcorn
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Finding your authentic superpowers as a design leader

Vuokko Aro