In this talk series, we will explore identity and how it impacts work, communities, and the world at large. We'll discuss the interwoven characteristics of creative work and daily life with some of the most innovative minds in the industry.
At Vectors, you’ll connect with designers from different backgrounds who will share how they've used their perspective as a superpower. In turn, we hope you leave the event inspired to leverage what is uniquely you.

In this talk, Pablo will share insights about how being vulnerable and bringing your shield down can help you at being more creative and authentic. The conversation touches on leaving perfectionism behind and overcoming the fear of portraying weakness to find joy in your work.

Product Designer, Carbon Health

What if the problem you were solving was tied directly to your identity? This is a talk about handling the responsibility of objectively making important design decisions for your own community knowing damn well that the stakes are high.

Co-Founder, MyTransHealth

A discussion centered around hiring, retention, and directive. Panelists will discuss how to send the right signals to build a diverse team and what to do afterward to keep it that way.

Founder, Lunch

Founder, designExplorr

Product Designer, Google

Seemingly disperse background, interests, and skills can appear conflicting at first, but one designer's journey leads them to embrace the chaos to improve his craft.

Interactive Designer, Blogger

In this talk, Rafa will discuss how unconscious bias shows up in everyday interactions as well as in systems that shape our lives, and will highlight several opportunities to use design and tech to mitigate its negative influences.

Design Lead, IDEO.org

Become a part of the Techies family with tech’s favorite photographer, Helena Price. This interactive installation is a once in a lifetime opportunity to share your story and join the Techies tribe.

Independent Photographer
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