Unspoken: Navigating hard conversations in Design

Have you ever wanted to speak up but felt that knot in your chest? Or hesitated to raise an issue, fearing it might be taboo?

On November 21th, we invite you to “Unspoken: Navigating Hard Conversations in Design”—a panel discussion where seasoned professionals share their insights on balancing authenticity with the demands of a creative career.

Topics will include navigating pregnancy and motherhood at work, respecting cultural traditions, managing challenging stakeholders, and advocating for design's true value. Whether you're new or experienced in the field, this conversation is for you!

Meet our Panelists 🦸 🦸 🦸:
Chrystel Black: Chrystel is a seasoned UX strategist with expertise in digital product design and user-centered practices, driving effective, intuitive experiences. A mentor and influential leader, she unites multidisciplinary teams around shared business goals.
Elana Rudick: Elana is the Founder and Creative Director of Design Is Yummy, an award-winning graphic design studio she launched in 2009 after leaving the corporate world to pursue her passion for clean, thoughtful design. Leading a talented team of creative professionals, Elana is also a mentor and speaker on the art and business of design.
Sophie Tarnowska: Sophie is a bilingual public speaker, education designer, and facilitator with global experience across diverse industries. Founder of WeDoSomething.org and Director of Versus, she promotes dialogue, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence to foster inclusive, collaborative leadership.

*The panel will be bilingual.

Schedule:

6:00pm - Open doors
6:40pm - A word from our partners
6:50pm - Panel starts
7:45pm - Q&A
8:00pm - Mingling and networking
8:30pm - Final call

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Avez-vous déjà eu envie de parler franchement, dire ce que vous pensiez librement sans aucune contrainte ? Ou hésiter à soulever un problème, un sujet sensible, craignant qu’il ne soit tabou ?

Le 21 novembre, nous vous invitons à « Non-Dit : Gérer les conversations difficiles en design » — une table ronde où des expertes partageront leurs expériences où comment trouver l'équilibre et rester authentique avec les exigences d’une carrière créative.

À l’aide d’exemples réels, de cas concrets et de conseils pratiques, nous aborderons des sujets tels que: Gérer la grossesse et la maternité au travail, prendre en considération les traditions culturelles et le changement que cela implique, gérer les attentes et les contraintes complexes des parties prenantes dans le contexte et revendiquer la valeur réelle du travail de conception en design.

Que vous soyez un artiste en devenir ou un créatif d’expérience, nous vous invitons à venir vous joindre à cette conversation prometteuse !

*Ce panel sera bilingue.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Coveo, 1100 Avenue des Canadiens-de-Montréal, Montréal, Canada