Talk or Interview Leadership for Impact: How to Unlock Your Potential as a Design Impact Maker
Talk or Interview Leadership for Impact: How to Unlock Your Potential as a Design Impact Maker
Discover how to elevate your role in the design world — from mastering your craft to becoming a transformative leader. This session explores practical strategies to morph your creative role into becoming an agent for positive change, whether you’re stepping into a bigger role or leading a team. Learn how to embody authentic, values-driven leadership that fosters trust, safety, and innovation. We’ll examine emotional intelligence, personal impact, and cultivating a team culture that aligns with your core values. Designed for creative professionals at any stage, this talk empowers you to bring your whole self to the job and define what meaningful impact means to you. Join us to unlock your full potential and amplify design for good.
About the Host
Desi Guusje Bendeler
Desi Guusje Bendeler is a leadership coach and impact-driven design expert, passionate about empowering professionals to lead with purpose. She was one of the founders of thinkPARALLAX, a B-corp strategic communication agency, and has a proven track record of guiding Fortune 1000 clients through culture change and social impact initiatives. With a background in design and strategic communication, she specializes in helping creative leaders and teams develop authentic, values-based leadership that drives meaningful impact. Desi’s approach combines emotional intelligence, trust-building, and values alignment to cultivate innovative, resilient organizations committed to making a difference.
