When I announced I was stepping down as president of DMI to launch a creative recruiting agency specializing in industrial design recruiting, innovation recruiting and UX design recruiting, I received some very nice emails from many DMI members; I was humbled to say the least. It seems there is not only a need for specialized recruiting in this space, but people had confidence that I could make it happen. Here is just a tiny sampling of feedback I received …
“Under your leadership DMI made a substantial improvement and has demonstrated thought leadership. We will continue to be connected in your new capacity.”
– Stefano Marzano, Chief Design Officer, Philips Electronics, The Netherlands
“Your new business venture is a great fit for you. Being as connected as you are and highly respected in the industry will give you instant credibility.”
– Bruce Shaffer, Vice President, LPK, USA
“Under your leadership DMI gained so much more international credibility. Your new challenge seems to be very interesting and I will support you in any way I can.”
– Peter Zec, President, Red Dot Design Award, Germany
“Thanks for being such a positive and impactful DMI President. I wish you every success in the future – it’s a very exciting venture.”
– Patrick O’Riordan, Global Director of Innovation, Anheuser-Busch InBev, USA
“I know you’re going to be really, really missed as DMI president because your passion and curiosity for design is so infectious – let’s face it you’re a damm nice guy to work with and very inspiring.”
– Oliver King, Director/Founder, Engine Service Design, England
“You’ve done tremendous work at DMI and I have no doubt you’ll again be successful with this new opportunity – and it makes SO much sense for you!!”
– Ronna Chisholm, President, Dossier Creative, Canada
“You’ve been quite a champion and tireless advocate for design managers. Among other accomplishments, you’ve done a great deal to help business managers to truly understand and articulate the impact of design on business success.”
– Joshua L. Cohen, Partner, RatnerPrestia, USA
“I have very much appreciated the enthusiasm and leadership that you have brought to DMI; you have deep knowledge in design, design process and national and international connections.”
– Peter Haythornthwaite, CreativeLab limited, New Zealand