Leadership Summit
DL24: Melbourne
Returning to Melbourne for its second year, Design Leadership created another closed-door space for leaders to share challenges, exchange perspectives and learn from one another.
PresentationsAttendees heard in-depth presentations from several of Australia’s design leaders, followed by Q&A sessions covering highly relevant topics for design leaders.
RoundtablesSeveral facilitated and focused roundtables followed each presentation, giving participants the chance to dive deeper into the content and learn from other design leaders.
NetworkingA delicious and sustainable lunch was served on arrival, followed by networking before the session officially kicked off.
Themes we explored
The new design leader
Amidst a dynamic environment, we delved into the state of design leadership, exploring the shifting nature of our roles and expanding scopes that defined the forefront of the design discipline.
Navigating applied AI
Going beyond theoretical discussions, we demystified the practical applications of AI in design, addressed success stories, ethical considerations, and outcomes to guide our community toward responsible and impactful integration.
Design's bright future
Looking ahead, we explored the next frontiers for design. We embraced the challenges with curiosity and foresight, shaping a path that resonated with our evolving industry and helped answer the big question: what comes next?
Nikhil Bora
Tim Dawson
Patrick Jensen
Location and accessibility
DO Design Leadership Melbourne was hosted in the bright and centrally located Cargo Hall at Southbank. These rooms featured floor-to-ceiling windows with views out to the huge alfresco terrace and Yarra river.