DFA Alumni + Friends invites you to Building the Commons. In partnership with LinkedIn, this program asks design leaders how they incorporate qualities of the public sphere (responsible design, democratic communication, trustful relationships) into their workplaces, projects, and communities. Hear from industry leaders on how they use communication and teamwork to building stronger, more responsible projects in the workplace.

Moderator

Felix Chang, Senior Design Researcher at Artefact

Speakers

Liz Gerber, Faculty Founder of DFA

Connie Liu, Founder of Project Invent

Stephanie Lucas, Seniors User Experience Designer at LinkedIn

Yoav Schlesinger, Principal and Ethical AI Practice at Salesforce

Kat Vellos, Senior Product Designer, Slack

Agenda

5:30 pm Doors open, light snacks and networking

6:30 pm Welcome + Panel Begins

7:30 pm Q&A

8:00 pm Conclusion

Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Thank you to LinkedIn and Artefact for sponsoring.

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact info@designforamerica.com by February 4th, 2020.