Welcome to the State of Design 2025 Panel Discussion!

Spearheading a human-centered technology transformation is integral to a business's value proposition as evolving market demands and technology integration continue to redefine design leadership. Looking forward, the synergy between technology and creativity will further redefine the design landscape, impacting how we live, work, and interact. The future of design promises to reshape our interactions with our environments in fundamentally transformative ways.

This panel discussion covered the latest trends, technologies, and innovations shaping the design world in 2025.

Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this event is sure to inspire and inform.

About the panelists:

Pip Tompkin hails from Nottingham, England. Pip's illustrious career spans Europe, Asia, and the US, collaborating with industry leaders including Microsoft, Dell, HP, Vizio, Polycom, Twitter, and Nokia. In 2008 he founded Pip Tompkin Design Studio in Los Angeles, renowned for groundbreaking products and brands. Pip's commitment to sustainable design is exemplified by partnerships like Lettuce Grow, which are revolutionizing food production. After graduating with top honors in Industrial Design from Northumbria University, he earned a Master's from The Royal College of Art. In 2018, both his studio and startup, Mr Pip, were acquired by ThreeSixty Group, propelling Pip's vision for a transformative future, where he held the position of Chief Design Officer from 2018 to 2024.

Sean Hughes With over 25 years of experience across three continents, Sean has led multidisciplinary, award-winning teams that have delivered significant business results while emphasizing design as a key component of sustainable competitive advantage. During his time at Philips, he held numerous roles including Chief Design Officer for Philips Healthcare, Head of Design for Philips Design Consulting practice. Recently joining CGI, a global IT and Management Consulting practice, he serves as Vice President of Design for CGI Federal.

He focused on creating a wide array of solutions for healthcare providers, combining products, software, and digital services with architectural concepts to transform healthcare delivery. His work aims to provide intuitive digital services that meet the needs of citizens and employees, enhancing user-friendly and efficient government solutions. Sean holds a Master's degree in Industrial Design from the Royal College of Art and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design/Engineering from the University of Teesside in the United Kingdom

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