Design Thinking & Innovation Week

An immersive programme for creative entrepreneurs, innovation directors and business owners – introducing you to London's most innovative businesses and uncovering the latest approaches to design thinking and innovation.

Every day will consist of keynote presentations, case studies, roundtable discussions and visits to the top companies who adopted the human-centered approach, where you will meet the teams behind their latest research and innovation. Some people call our format a 'design safari', some say it's a VIP behind-the-scenes experience or a research trip. During the week you will also explore the latest trends and discoveries in virtual reality, artificial intelligence, sustainability and future of technologies. You will learn about the latest innovation methodologies, and best tools for product and business management – and have the opportunity to ask any questions in an informal atmosphere.

All lectures and workshops will take place in the actual agencies giving participants a better context of the topic. This programme is designed to give you inspiration and tools for your work, to help you get an expert opinion on your current projects, and keep you up-to-date with the latest trends in the industry.

What you will learn

• What methodologies and processes companies use to create new products and services
• How to create a customer-obsessed culture
• How to measure the impact of design
• Corporate innovation best practices
• Mistakes companies make when conducting research on the global scale
• Best practices in startup ecosystems and corporate incubators
• How we can consider the intended and unintended consequences of our products
• Latest trends and new technologies

Programme includes

• Workshops & office visits

We will immerse you into london tech and innovation industry, by connecting you with the most influential people in the industry and taking you to the offices of leading uk companies. Each speaker will share their own insights and will be able to answer any questions you might have. By having only 30 participants on this programme, we make sure that each of you will get the most out of this experience.

• Visits to the best london spots

You’ll be able to visit secret london spots, view the city from the top of a skyscraper; visit the most exciting exhibitions of the year; and you’ll discover where london’s creative community spends their free time. In addition, you’ll get recommendations to guide your own explorations, with tips on the best places to eat, drink and relax in capital of great britain.

• Dinner & networking

Learning is not just about the content, but it's about the context and connections. This is why we've planned various activities to give an opportunity for the cohort to connect and exchange experiences.