With an impressive history of building and leading top-tier design teams across multiple industries and geographies, Paul has consistently reimagined operational frameworks, collaboration models and digital product solutions within fortune 500 and100 organizations - radically transforming customer and enterprise facing experiences. His leadership style is a beacon of inspiration, rooted in empathy and inclusion, that fosters diverse collaboration, team-autonomy, and cultures of continuous learning. This empowering approach enables cross-functional capabilities to harmonize visionary ideas with practical solutions that address vital customer needs and broader organizational challenges.
Paul's impact reaches far beyond the workplace. As an influential leader in the design and user experience community, he inspires others through his participation as a sought-after speaker at prestigious events like CXFS, UXDX, and Design Thinking USA. His dedication to the highest quality outcomes has earned him recognition from esteemed institutions such as Canstar, 5 Star Ratings, Marcom, W3, and Web Awards Inc - underscoring his commitment to advancing the field of Human Centered Design.
Upcoming Talks
13 May 2025
The debate will be centered around how design functions within organizations are frequently misperceived as mere execution hubs rather than strategic partners. Paul Strike and Falguni Desai will share insights from their extensive experience in high-level design leadership, emphasizing the misalignment between business expectations and design capabilities. They will discuss the impact of limited business sponsorship and how this fuels a reactive, output-focused culture.
Defining the Value of Design Beyond Aesthetics:
The problematic perception of designers as "screen producers" and how to reshape this view.
Balancing Strategy and Execution:
Why design teams must operate at dual altitudes, strategic and tactical, and the implications for leadership.
Cultural and Capability Investments:
Highlighting the necessity of business-sponsored design functions for strategic involvement and sustainable growth.
Navigating the Leadership Gap:
Addressing the industry-wide leadership deficit and its effect on design transformation efforts.
Takeaways:
- Actionable strategies for aligning design initiatives with broader business objectives.
- Insights on fostering a culture that champions design as a critical business function.
- Real-life lessons from navigating complex organizational challenges in top-tier firms.
