DBA Roundup
A roundup of industry expertise, exclusive resources, business support and tools for your design business.
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Exploring the power of design in turbulent times, the conference will examine how Design and Innovation Management are helping organisations large and small make fundamental changes in the way they deliver value.
To benefit from a 10% DBA member discount to attend the conference from 28 to 30 March 2023, DBA Members can login in here for more details and to access a special booking code.
Further details about the conference can be found here.
A roundup of industry expertise, exclusive resources, business support and tools for your design business.
Design events calendar
There are many industry events held every year to enrich your team and business. We've compiled a snap-shot of what's coming up.
DBA Members’ Forum | August Summary
At August's DBA Members’ Forum we were joined by Lucy Mann and Nick Farrar, Founder and CEO of Shaped By for a great conversation about how to use August to build momentum for your new business pipeline through September and beyond. This is an August to do list!
Discover! Creative Careers Month 2025: how to get involved
Could you provide design career experiences for 11-18-year-olds this November? Find out more about Discover! Creative Careers Month and help inspire the next generation of talent into design.
What led you to a career in design? How could you inspire others?
Whether you are a small company or a large employer, could you inspire young, diverse talent to consider a career in design? Here's how DBA member BAGGI helped young people Discover Creative Careers.
DBA Members’ Forum | July Summary
At July's DBA Members’ Forum we were joined by Rama Gheerawo and Clive Grinyer for the top line on their latest books. Here’s a brief summary of what was discussed in the meeting.
DBA Members’ Forum | June Summary
In June's DBA Members’ Forum we had an interesting and inspiring conversation on the topic design education particularly in higher education. Here's a summary of the conversation.
How to create a business that doesn’t get asked to free pitch
Why is it that some design businesses get dragged into speculative pitches more than others? Or rather, how do some escape the free pitching trap?
How and why designers should turn down free pitching
At a recent DBA Members' Forum, leaders shared practical tips to help studios avoid free pitching. Design Week's Rob Alderson reports.
DBA Members’ Forum | May Summary
In our May DBA Members' Forum, we had a lively discussion on the topic of free pitching. Here's a summary of the conversation.