Alex is a CEO with a proven track record in building high-performing teams and culture.
With a 20-year track record of growing and scaling businesses, he is committed to driving technical excellence, digital transformation, and world-class delivery. As a leader, he has built teams focused on people, culture, continuous improvement, and innovation to help drive growth.
Upcoming Talks
13 May 2025
Join Alex Burke as he interviews Daniela Jorge, Chief Design Officer at Capital One as she discusses the transformative journey of building world-class design organizations at some of the world's most iconic brands, including how today, design is helping drive meaningful value for both Capital One and its 100+ million customers. Daniela will share insights into aligning design initiatives with broader organizational strategies. This session will explore how design intersects with business-critical functions, ensuring a cohesive approach to product development and organizational growth that is customer-backed and grounded in business priorities.
Key Discussion Points:
Understanding the strategic role of design in product development
Aligning design initiatives with company-wide business goals
Leveraging UX and design to drive business transformation
Examples of successful design integration throughout Daniela's career and up to now - what’s worked and what hasn’t
Best practices for creating a unified design strategy that resonates across the organization
Past Talks
10 October 2024
Should UX designers prioritise designing solutions for the ever-changing future (Design for Tomorrow) or focus on delivering practical solutions with immediate benefits (Design for Today)?
Practicality vs. Investment: Do the costs of deep futurism outweigh the potential benefits?
Agility vs. Vision: Can a long-term vision hinder an organization's ability to adapt to change?
