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Here at Designity, we like to be at the forefront of new and exciting developments in the world of design and branding.
That’s why we are thrilled to be one of the sponsors for this year’s Brand Builders Summit, an exciting virtual event dedicated to empowering creative professionals with the tools, knowledge, and strategies needed to build extraordinary brands!
This partnership is not only exciting for us as creatives but also reflects Designity's commitment to building a supportive, quality creative community that offers educational opportunities to our team.
If this is your first time hearing about Brand Builders Summit, here is what it's all about:
What is the Brand Builders Summit?
The Brand Builders Summit is a four-day virtual event that brings together some of the most influential voices in the branding and design world, including Kristy Campbell, Gigi Davarashvili, and Jacob Cass, well-known graphic design, branding expert, and founder of JUSTCreative.
This year, the Brand Builders Summit will take place from Tuesday, August 27th to Friday, August 30th.
Whether you’re a designer, a brand strategist, marketing expert, entrepreneur, or anything in between, this event will provide you with the cutting-edge insights, tools, and strategies you need to build “X-traordinary, X-quisite, and X-ceptional brands.”
How Can I Participate?
Joining the Brand Builders Summit is easy and convenient. Since the event is entirely virtual, you can join from anywhere in the world.
If you’re a member of Designity, all you need to do to get started is to visit the Brand Builders Summit 2024’s website and register for your free ticket.
Once you’re registered, take some time to explore the event schedule and check out the itinerary so you can start making plans to attend the sessions that best fit your needs and goals!
What to Expect
The Brand Builders Summit is jam-packed full of informative sessions, led by some of the most influential voices in the industry.
There are 28 expert-led sessions scheduled on topics like brand strategy, design innovation, growth tactics, and the business of branding. There will also be 30+ live interactive sessions, giving you the opportunity to attend Q&As, expert panels, workshops, co-working sessions, and more.
Learn from the best and connect with branding professionals from around the globe!
Brand Builders Summit 2024: Key Speakers
Whether you’re a Creative looking to sharpen your design skills or a Creative Director looking to discover new and innovative strategies for branding, Brand Builders Summit provides something for everyone!
Here is a quick sneak peek at some of the speakers you can look forward to:
Jacob Cass
Jacob Cass is a renowned graphic designer, educator, and founder of JUSTCreative, a well-known blog and design agency that provides resources and insights on graphic design, branding, and marketing.
Sessions:
- How to Stand the Flock Out: Get Visible, Find Your Flock, Build a Stand-Out Brand — A must for brand builders looking to elevate their presence and find a way to connect with their audience!
- X-Pert Panel: How to Get Clients in 2024 & Beyond — A live panel discussion with industry leaders as they discuss their latest strategies for client acquisition!
- X-Pert Panel: Bridging Strategy to Design — A live panel discussion that focuses on how to bridge strategy and design for building better brands.
- X-Pert Panel: How to Grow an Audience — Learn tips and tricks for growing your audience, engaging your followers, and boosting your brand's reach.
- X-Pert Panel: Lunch & Learn: How to Stand the Flock Out — Find out how to make your brand stand out with unique positioning strategies and attract a loyal audience!
Stephen Houraghan
Stephen Houraghan is a freelancer turned brand strategist, educator, and founder of Brand Master Academy, a platform that provides in-depth training on brand strategy and design. He is recognized for his expertise in helping businesses and designers understand the complexities of brand building, from strategy development to implementation.
Sessions:
- Elevate Your Brand Strategy Services with AI Systems — This presentation will show you a new way to approach AI-driven brand strategy and alter how you use AI in your workflow!
- X-Pert Panel: Bridging Strategy to Design — A live panel discussion that focuses on how to bridge strategy and design for building better brands.
Yevgeniya 'Gigi' Davarashvili
Graphic designer and the founder of One6Creative, a branding and web design studio. Yevgeniya Davarashvili is known for her expertise in branding, web design, and creative entrepreneurship.
Sessions:
- From "Pixel Pusher" to Strategic Brand Partner — An insightful session on how to elevate your role and value as a designer to become a strategy brand partner for your clients.
- X-Pert Panel: How to Get Clients in 2024 & Beyond — A live panel discussion with industry leaders as they discuss their latest strategies for client acquisition!
Michael Janda
Acclaimed designer, author, and speaker known for his work in agency management and creative leadership. Michael Janda is well known for his book "Burn Your Portfolio: Stuff They Don't Teach You in Design School, But Should," which provides practical advice for creatives on how to succeed in the business side of design.
Sessions:
- X-Pert Panel: Bridging Strategy to Design — A live panel discussion that focuses on how to bridge strategy and design for building better brands.
- X-Pert Panel: How to Get Clients in 2024 & Beyond — A live panel discussion with industry leaders as they discuss their latest strategies for client acquisition!
- How to Sell Branding with Proposals and Contracts — An inside look at how to use design sales documents to win more projects, land higher-paying clients, and outshine your competition.
Dain Walker
Dain Walker is a branding expert and the founder of rivyl, a brand strategy and design agency. He is well-known for his insights into brand strategy, particularly on social media, where he shares tips on building strong, impactful brands.
Sessions:
- Grow a Company with Personal Branding — This presentation will cover strategies for building a powerful personal brand, attracting an audience, and creating impactful content.
- X-Pert Panel: How to Grow an Audience — Learn tips and tricks for growing your audience, engaging your followers, and boosting your brand's reach
Anneli Hansson
Anneli Hansson is a brand strategist and designer known for her work in helping businesses develop strong brand identities. She specializes in guiding companies through the process of creating cohesive and impactful brands by focusing on strategic design and effective communication.
Sessions:
- From Order Taker to Changemaker — This session is all about Hansson’s 6P Brand Strategy Framework, for creatives seeking a better understanding of the importance of brand strategy.
- X-Pert Panel: Bridging Strategy to Design — A live panel discussion that focuses on how to bridge strategy and design for building better brands.
Sunny Bonnell
Sunny Bonnell is the co-founder and CEO of Motto, a branding agency known for its work with unconventional and disruptive brands. She is also the co-author of the book "Rare Breed: A Guide to Success for the Defiant, Dangerous, and Different," which explores the qualities that set successful, unconventional leaders apart.
Session:
- X-Pert Panel: How to Grow an Audience — Learn tips and tricks for growing your audience, engaging your followers, and boosting your brand's reach.
Matt Davies
Brand strategy consultant, author, and speaker based in the UK. He specializes in helping businesses and organizations develop clear brand strategies that align with their goals and values. Matt is known for his expertise in brand purpose, identity, and storytelling, and as the author of Storyategy: Unlock the power of your brand with a story-driven strategy.
Sessions:
- Dare to Be Different — A deep dive into the essence of brand strategy and its necessity for modern-day businesses.
- X-Pert Panel: Bridging Strategy to Design — A live panel discussion that focuses on how to bridge strategy and design for building better brands.
Richie Meldrum
Brand consultant, educator, and creative strategist based in Melbourne, Australia. Richie Meldrum specializes in strategic brand design and works with businesses to create compelling brand identities that resonate with their target audiences.
Sessions:
- Strategy Gives the Assist, Design Scores the Goal — Richie Meldrum will share insights from his career about the connection between brand strategy and design and how to close that gap.
- X-Pert Panel: Bridging Strategy to Design — A live panel discussion that focuses on how to bridge strategy and design for building better brands.
Jamies Martin
British graphic designer and branding expert, best known for his work under the name Made by James. He specializes in logo design and brand identity, often sharing his process and insights through social media, making him a well-known figure in the design community.
Sessions:
- A Rebel’s Design Process — A deep dive into one of the branding processes that host and design educator, James Martin, has built his creative career around.
- X-Pert Panel: How to Get Clients in 2024 & Beyond — A live panel discussion with industry leaders as they discuss their latest strategies for client acquisition!
See You at Brand Builders Summit 2024!
Mark your calendars, set a reminder, and get ready for four eventful days of learning from industry leaders, gaining new insights, and connecting with fellow marketing and branding professionals.
Don’t miss out on this chance to boost your branding and design skills!
