BERLIN
NOV 21, 2025
This masterclass focuses on how and why it is important for designers to be part of leadership in every organization. Through talks and hands-on workshops led by DM25 speakers and design leaders, this masterclass offers practical guidance on how to earn—and keep—a seat at the decision-making table.
A big thank you to our partner, Zalando, for hosting and facilitating this masterclass!
Venue: Zalando BHW, Hedwig-Wachenheim-Straße 7, 10243 Berlin, Germany
This masterclass will focus on:
Practical tools for leading conversations, shaping decisions, and aligning design with business strategy
Tactics for embedding commercial literacy in design conversations and work, including fundamentals of topline growth, cost control and revenue protection
First-hand journeys on navigating to leadership roles and staying relevant in fast-paced environments
How to plan and advocate for design from a high-level, organizational perspective
...as we explore how to lead conversations, shape decisions, and design for a future that reflects shared interests, reaches common ground, and long-term organizational impact.
Lineup–including some of our amazing speakers from DM25–to be announced shortly!
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