In the executive suite, the term “Minimum Viable Product” (MVP) is often used, but frequently misunderstood. An MVP is not a “lite” or broken version of a final product. Rather, it is the most lean version of a solution that…
In the design industry, titles often act as a shorthand for experience, but they rarely tell the full story of a professional’s impact. For leadership, seniority isn’t about years spent in a seat; it is about the complexity of the…
Can a robot turn a canvas into a beautiful masterpiece? In 2004, that question was a moment of cinematic skepticism. Fast forward to 2026, and the answer is no longer a matter of “if,” but “how well.” Today, we aren’t…
In a high-velocity product environment, whiteboarding is often mistaken for a simple brainstorming session. However, for design leaders, it is a critical operational tool used to visualize complex systems, map user journeys, and align cross-functional stakeholders before a single pixel…
On September 24, 2024, I was contacted by a U.S.-based recruitment agency regarding a remote Senior Service Designer contract for the Canadian public sector – Government of Alberta. The requirements were specific: quarterly in-person sessions, a six-month duration, and a…
Design Thinking is frequently misunderstood in the corporate world as a series of creative workshops or a collection of colourful sticky notes. For a Design Executive, however, Design Thinking is not an event – it is a rigorous strategic framework…