BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CoDesign Collaborative - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CoDesign Collaborative X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CoDesign Collaborative REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260323T190337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T190344Z UID:33683-1775647800-1775651400@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:Field Trip: Outlet PDX DESCRIPTION:Field Trip: Outlet PDX\nJoin the CoDesign Collaborative community for a visit to Portland’s risograph press\, studio\, and creative hub.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image © Outlet PDX \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the CoDesign Collaborative community in Portland on Wednesday\, April 8\, from 11:30 am–12:30 pm PT for a Field Trip to Outlet PDX. \nOutlet PDX is a vibrant experimental space that connects the digital to the physical through the art of Risograph printing\, zine-making\, and self-publishing. Located in Portland’s Kerns neighborhood\, Outlet PDX provides access to specialized Risograph duplication equipment\, a comprehensive zine library\, button-making machines\, and a suite of binding and finishing tools to accommodate projects ranging from small-scale stickers to full-edition books. Whether through their remote printing services or their brick-and-mortar retail shop\, Outlet fosters a collaborative environment for realizing “print dreams” and acts as a hub for the Portland creative community. \nThis Field Trip is inspired by the forthcoming edition of the Unfold\, Designing for Dissent\, our first multimedia publication and related events\, to explore how design practice is a revolutionary force. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026\n11:30am – 12:30pm PT\nOutlet PDX2500 NE Sandy Blvd Ste EPortland\, OR 97232\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is required.\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Become a member to attend special events free of charge\, and get Unfold Magazine mailed twice a year.\nMembership starts at just $5/month.\n \n Join URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/fieldtrip-outlet-pdx/ CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/OutletPDX_Exterior.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260324T040055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T201250Z UID:33695-1775692800-1775779199@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:Community Meetup: Third Space (PDX) - Collage Making DESCRIPTION:Community Meetup: Third Space (PDX) – Collage Making\nConnect with others\, build relationships\, and collage! Supplies provided\, no artistic ability required.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us on Thursday\, April 9\, from 6:30-8:30pm PT for a Third Space gathering at Hi-Top Tavern in Portland\, Oregon. As we continue to embrace analog making\, this month’s Third Space is all about collage-making. We’ll provide sample prompts to get you started and the necessary supplies. \nThis program is inspired by and in partnership with Shashank Khandewal and Blue Tiger\, who are hosting “Third Space” events. In sociology\, a “third space” refers to a social environment that is distinct from home (the first place) and work/school (the second place). It’s a place where individuals can connect with others\, build relationships\, and foster a sense of community. \nOur third spaces are physically and conceptually dwindling over time. We’re not giving ourselves enough permission to stop work\, leave the home\, and do something else. So\, let’s continue our reimagining of a third space: a place\, a time\, and an activity. Come for the activity\, stay for the conversation! \nAll are welcome! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, April 9\, 2026\nHi-Top Tavern5015 NE FremontPortland\, OR 97213\n6:30 – 8:30 pm PT\n \n \n \n \n \n FREE to Attend! \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Contributors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melissa CasburnVP\, Design at CoformaBoard Member\, CoDesign Collaborative \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Become a member to attend special events free of charge\, and get Unfold Magazine mailed twice a year.\nMembership starts at just $5/month.\n \n Join URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/third-space-collage-pdx/ CATEGORIES:Community Meetup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bekky-bekks-UdrftM-4IVI-unsplash.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260325T022231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T022426Z UID:33697-1775725200-1775730600@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Visual Thinking Strategies (PDX) DESCRIPTION:Workshop: Visual Thinking Strategies @Blackfish Gallery (PDX)\nJoin us in Portland for a Visual Thinking Strategies session.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re partnering with Blackfish Gallery in Portland to host an in-person Introduction to Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) session on Thursday\, April 9\, from 9-10:30 am PT with Hailey Group VTS@Work-certified facilitator Josephine Holmboe. Recently\, she was Vice President\, Creative Director at the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology (FCAT). \nVisual Thinking Strategies is an inquiry-driven discussion methodology that uses visual stimuli to encourage participants to develop critical thinking\, observation\, and language skills. By analyzing visual images in groups\, participants learn to support their ideas with evidence\, listen to others\, and consider multiple perspectives. \nIn this 90-minute session\, facilitator Josephine Holmboe will guide attendees through active listening\, finding comfort with uncertainty\, and creating an attentive\, open\, and inclusive space for all to contribute. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding and comfort with utilizing VTS in the workplace and in their leadership practice. \nIntroduction to Visual Thinking Strategies is not just for design and creative professionals. VTS has proven value across industries\, from business to healthcare and education. It is a skill that helps leaders move away from a “command and control” approach to unlock their team’s collective potential by fostering inclusivity\, psychological safety\, and collaboration in the workplace. Teams that practice VTS are better equipped to respond to projects\, peers\, or clients in critical work conversations with understanding and intention. \n \nParticipation is limited to 20 attendees.\n \n \n \n \n \n About Josephine Holmboe \nJosephine Holmboe is a Director of Design Impact for the CoDesign Collaborative. Most recently\, she was Vice President and Design Director at the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology. She has over 20 years’ experience leading design teams and creating user experience solutions\, ranging from visual design systems for complex data to full product offerings. \nJosephine has a passion for human-centered design and for mentoring and growing designers and business partners. As an experienced coach and facilitator\, she employs a variety of techniques\, such as design thinking and Visual Thinking Strategies. She leads and teaches co-designing with business sponsors and client partners to achieve solutions that provide the best user experience possible. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, April 9\, 2026\n9 – 10:30 am PT\nBlackfish Gallery938 NW Everett StPortland\, OR 97209\n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop is limited to 20 participants \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n FREE for CoDesign Collaborative Members and Partners and Blackfish Gallery artists. Email the Membership team for the promotional code. \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop Faciliator \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Josephine HolmboeHailey Group VTS@Work-certified FacilitatorDirector of Programs & Board Member\, CoDesign Collaborative \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Become a member to attend special events free of charge\, and get Unfold Magazine mailed twice a year.\nMembership starts at just $5/month.\n \n Join URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/vts-april-pdx/ CATEGORIES:Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/VTS_Catherine_1200x675-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260323T023544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T143027Z UID:33661-1776164400-1776166200@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:The Current: Scaling Innovation for Development Impact DESCRIPTION:The Current: Scaling Innovation for Development Impact\nJoin us for a virtual lightning talk on April 14 with Benjamin Kumpf\, Head of Innovation @ OECD Development\, and Parsons student Jarmilla Skare.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join CoDesign Collaborative for a new episode of The Current. This virtual lightning talk series is student-led and highlights vital topics in design. On April 14\, Parsons student Jarmila Skare will host Benjamin Kempf for a conversation about the ways design thinking and innovation can move beyond small-scale pilots to achieve systemic development impact. \nAs global challenges become increasingly complex\, the “innovation graveyard\,” filled with successful pilots that failed to scale\, continues to grow. Drawing on deep experience at the OECD\, FCDO\, and UNDP\, Jarmila and Benjamin will discuss how organizations can move past the “innovation-as-usual” mindset. They will share insights on building the specific strategies\, organizational cultures\, and internal capabilities required to scale solutions in partnership with governments and deliver lasting\, large-scale change. Join us to learn how we can design not just for novelty\, but for enduring impact at the systems level. \nTheir conversation will delve into: \n\nWhy most innovative solutions stall and how to design for scalability from day one.\nBuilding the organizational infrastructure and culture needed to support long-term innovation.\nEffective models for collaborating with public institutions to integrate and scale impactful solutions.\nHow design thinking must evolve to address systemic challenges and deliver lasting global change.\n\nAbout Jarmila Skare:Jarmila is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a major in Strategic Design Management and minors in Economics and Creative Coding at The New School\, Parsons School of Design. \nAbout Benjamin Kumpf:Benjamin Kumpf is the Head of Innovation for Development at the OECD Development Co-operation Directorate. Prior to joining the OECD\, he worked as Head of Innovation at the UK Foreign\, Commonwealth and Development Office and led the Innovation Facility of the United Nations Development Program. In these capacities\, Benjamin managed flexible funds to support experimentation\, exploration and the scaling-up of development innovations\, co-led programs on adaptive management and advised country offices and partners on strategic innovation opportunities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026\n11-11:30 am ET / 8-8:30 am PT\nVirtual Lightning Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is required. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Students\, Members and Partners register for FREE. Email membership@codesigncollaborative.org with questions. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jarmila SkareBBA Strategic Design and ManagementParsons School of Design \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Benjamin KumpfHead of Innovation and Digital Transformation FacilityOECD \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Become a member to attend special events free of charge\, and get Unfold Magazine mailed twice a year.\nMembership starts at just $5/month.\n \n Join URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/current-scaling-innovation-development-impact/ CATEGORIES:Lightning Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/filipp-romanovski-pOlwrv3yxWI-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260403T183716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T192641Z UID:33741-1776772800-1776774600@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:The Current: Avoiding Jargon in Leadership and Innovation DESCRIPTION:The Current: Avoiding Jargon in Leadership and Innovation\nJoin us for a virtual lightning talk on April 21 with communications expert Catherine Cruveillier and Parsons student Kanushi Rathore\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tune into another episode of The Current. On April 21\, Parsons School of Design student Kanushi Rathore will host Catherine Cruveillier\, an expert in operational excellence and leadership development\, to explore how the overreliance on jargon in professional spaces obscures clarity\, complicates decision-making\, and stifles true innovation. \nThe language of leadership often becomes a barrier rather than a bridge. When we lean on buzzwords\, we risk losing the human intent behind our work and alienating the very people we aim to lead. This conversation will unpack the necessity of communicating with intention and the courage it takes to embrace simplicity in complex innovation contexts. Kanushi and Catherine will discuss how stripping away the fluff allows for more transparent leadership\, sharper strategic alignment\, and deeper connection across teams. Join us to learn how to master the art of plain speaking as a deliberate lever for effective leadership and authentic impact. \nTheir conversation will delve into: \n\nHow technical and corporate shorthand can create “knowledge silos” and hinder inclusive decision-making.\nWhy the most effective leaders are those who can translate complex visions into clear\, actionable\, and human language.\nStrategies for designers and innovators to advocate for clarity in high-stakes environments.\nHow to cultivate an authentic leadership voice that prioritizes understanding over sounding “expert.”\n\nAbout Kanushi Rathore:Driven by a passion for strategic foresight and human-centric design\, Kanushi Rathore is a student at Parsons School of Design focused on the intersection of innovation and inclusive leadership. With a background in navigating complex organizational structures\, Kanushi is dedicated to uncovering how clear communication and intentional design can bridge the gap between high-level strategy and everyday impact. She believes that for innovation to be truly transformative\, it must first be understood by those it serves. \nAbout Catherine Cruveillier:Catherine Cruveillier is a seasoned leader and consultant specializing in operational excellence\, organizational transformation\, and leadership coaching. With extensive experience across global industries\, Catherine has built a reputation for helping organizations streamline their processes and humanize their leadership approach. She is a staunch advocate for removing the “corporate veil” of jargon to foster environments of trust\, accountability\, and high performance. Throughout her career\, she has guided executive teams in finding their authentic voice and leading with a clarity that drives measurable results. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026\n12-12:30 pm ET / 9-9:30 am PT\nVirtual Lightning Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is required. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Students\, Members and Partners register for FREE. Email membership@codesigncollaborative.org with questions. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kanushi RathoreMs Strategic Design and ManagementParsons School of Design \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine CruveillierExpert in Communication for Change • Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Become a member to attend special events free of charge\, and get Unfold Magazine mailed twice a year.\nMembership starts at just $5/month.\n \n Join URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/current-avoiding-jargon-leadership-innovation/ CATEGORIES:Lightning Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sayyam-abbasi-CDxeJHOaLGE-unsplash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T134500 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260326T195731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T192318Z UID:33703-1776862800-1776865500@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:CoDesign Conversations: Creating Accessible Products & Services DESCRIPTION:CoDesign Conversations: Creating Accessible Products & Services\nJoin us on April 22 for our LinkedIn Live conversation series exploring the dynamic intersection of public and private sector innovation.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Accessibility is not a feature; it is essential. In Episode 9 of CoDesign Conversations\, we will explore the creation of accessible products and services\, from practical implementation to organizational responsibility. The episode will highlight approaches that broaden access and remove barriers for people of all abilities. \nModerated by Melissa Casburn\, Head of Innovation and Experience at Coforma\, the discussion will bring together designers central to innovative projects in the accessibility space. Guest speakers include: \n\nHomer Gaines is a designer\, UI engineer\, and certified accessibility professional with over 30 years of experience. With a background in behavioral psychology and neurology\, Homer focuses on leading\, promoting\, and advancing accessibility at every stage in the product development lifecycle.\nJanna Kimel is a UX Research contractor with Ascension and the Executive Director of the Chronic Pain Project. Throughout her career\, Janna has championed accessibility\, including launching two employee resource groups focused on both employee and consumer inclusion. Notably\, she previously designed custom apparel for people with disabilities at Accessible Threads and shadowed Stephen Hawking to inform improvements to his Intel-provided computer. With a focus on health technology and wearables\, she has worked with Intel\, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield\, Hinge Health\, and Dexcom. Janna holds a master’s degree in industrial design from Georgia Tech and has published extensively on accessibility\, behavior change\, and user research.\nLauren McAuliffe is a neurodivergent designer and advocate for inclusive and accessible experiences. Though visual design has been my focus for over a decade\, she continues to expand my practice in user experience and strategy. Lauren has worked on projects for several industries\, including finance\, education\, and healthcare. She is especially committed to the health and wellness space\, where she brings an inclusive lens and trauma-informed design approach to create support and a sense of belonging.\n\nApril 22\, 2026\, 1pm ET / 10am PT | Live on LinkedIn \nJoin us for a solution-forward conversation\, presented in partnership with Coforma\, about the critical role of design in shaping a more accessible and equitable world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026\n1-1:45 pm ET / 10-10:45 am PT\nLinkedIn Live Event | FREE to attend!\n \n Join Us On LinkedIn\n \n \n \n \n \n This event is presented in partnership with Coforma. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPEAKERS \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Melissa Casburn\nHead of Innovation & Experience\nCoforma \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Homer Gaines\nPrincipal\, Sustainability Director\nCoforma \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Janna KimelUS Research Contractor @ AscensionExecutive Director @ Chronic Pain Project \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lauren McAuliffeCo-Founder & Principal Designer7Magnolia URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/accessible-products-services/ CATEGORIES:Conversations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CC_AccessibleProductsServices_Image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T194920 CREATED:20260323T163916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T165444Z UID:33675-1777377600-1777379400@codesigncollaborative.org SUMMARY:The Current: Strategic Impact Through Clientele DESCRIPTION:The Current: Strategic Impact Through Clientele\nJoin us for a virtual lightning talk on April 28 with George Aye of Greater Good Studio and Parsons student Bella Corbin.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tune into another episode of The Current. On April 28\, Parsons School of Design student Bella Corbin will host George Aye\, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of Greater Good Studio\, to explore how the clients a design agency chooses to work with ultimately shape its ethos\, positioning\, and social impact. \nIn an industry often caught between the need for revenue and the desire for purpose\, the “roster” is more than just a list of projects\, it is a moral compass. The conversation will unpack the tension between revenue-driving work and value-aligned partnerships. Bella and George will discuss the strategic implications of client selection and how designers and strategists can leverage internal influence to shape an agency’s identity from the inside out. Join us to learn how to use client work as a deliberate lever for culture\, ethics\, and long-term systemic impact. \nTheir conversation will delve into: \n\nHow an agency’s portfolio functions as a silent declaration of its true values and social mission.\nNavigating the difficult trade-offs between financial stability and mission-aligned partnerships.\nHow strategists and designers can influence agency culture by advocating for specific types of client work.\nBest practices for establishing a rigorous framework for client selection that ensures long-term strategic impact.\n\n  \nAbout Isabella (Bella) Corbin:Empowered by a curiosity for understanding people\, Bella Corbin believes that design has the innate ability to create and scale sustainable social change. Skilled in complex systems thinking\, design research\, and visual and written communication\, Bella thrives in developing human-centered and social impact-driven solutions that balance empathy\, business goals\, and technical constraints. She strives to design and sustain meaningful change through an awareness and appreciation of the diverse ways people navigate the world. \nAbout George Aye:George co-founded Greater Good Studio to use design to heal\, to be just\, to be restorative. Previously\, he spent seven years at a global innovation firm before being hired as the first human-centered designer at the Chicago Transit Authority. Since founding Greater Good\, he has guided clients and teams through complex projects that honor reality\, create ownership\, and build power. He speaks frequently across the US and internationally. George holds the position of visiting lecturer at Northwestern University and was formerly a Full Professor (Adj) at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, April 28\, 2026\n12-12:30 pm ET / 9-9:30 am PT\nVirtual Lightning Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration is required. \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Students\, Members and Partners register for FREE. Email membership@codesigncollaborative.org with questions. \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Isabella (Bella) CorbinBBA Strategic Design and ManagementParsons School of Design \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n George AyeCo-Founder and Co-Executive DirectorGreater Good Studio \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Become a member to attend special events free of charge\, and get Unfold Magazine mailed twice a year.\nMembership starts at just $5/month.\n \n Join URL:https://codesigncollaborative.org/event/current-strategic-impact-clientele/ CATEGORIES:Lightning Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://codesigncollaborative.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/shahid-mehmood-jBgGBq1Q5a0-unsplash.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR