Fireside Chat with Simona Maschi, CEO of CIID, on the Future of Design
Join us for a Fireside Chat with Simona Maschi, CEO of the Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design, moderated by Akshay Verma, Founder at Prophecy
In this chat session, Simona will address why is design so often misunderstood worldwide? Why is it commonly reduced to simply making things look prettier? What challenges hinder widespread adoption of genuine design mindsets and methods?
Simona and Akshay will also explore:
The origin story of interaction design
Predicting the future of product design in the age of AI
Stories of how the most innovative companies leverage design to create new products
How founders and design leaders can build top-notch design-driven product teams
How we can build a stronger design ecosystem in India
Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the essence of design! Seating is limited, so please RSVP at your earliest convenience.
About Simona:
Simona Maschi, co-founder and CEO of CIID, is a design expert renowned for her role in fostering innovation. With over two decades of teaching experience, she has shaped the next generation of designers. Through CIID, she has elevated numerous companies and played a pivotal role in shaping the design landscape globally. Maschi's academic background includes a PhD in Industrial Design and Multimedia Communication from the Polytechnic University of Milan.
About Akshay:
Akshay, a partner and founder at Prophecy, leads a dynamic team specializing in product innovation and design consultancy. With a background at Obvious, he has a proven track record of driving successful projects across diverse industries. Akshay's expertise in early-stage innovation extends to mentoring startups and teaching product design to emerging professionals. He holds degrees from the National Institute of Design (NID) and the Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design (CIID).