TRACK 7: The Value of the Past for the Future with Alicia Shao

We explore the evolving role of designers and leaders in shaping a more sustainable and forward-thinking world. In this episode, Alicia invites us to reflect on how lessons from the past can serve as a foundation for forward-thinking strategies, reminding us that optimism and proactive design are essential for shaping a brighter future. From balancing immediate business needs with long-term goals to addressing the challenges of sustainability in design education and practice, this conversation serves as a hopeful reminder of the power of thoughtful reflection in building a better tomorrow.

Who is Alicia Shao?

Alicia Shao is a Senior Service Designer at The LEGO Group, an external lecturer at the Köln International School of Design and L’École de Design Nantes Atlantique, and most importantly, a futurist at heart. Alicia is an accomplished speaker, having presented at conferences worldwide on the importance of future thinking and the role of design in shaping the world to come. Driven by her deep passion for democratizing the future, Alicia is committed to increasing future literacy and making the future into a playground for all.

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