SoDA Series LIVE - On Air

Dave Snyder, Partner and Head of Design at Siberia, joins Adobe for a lively discussion to explore the opportunities and challenges of managing a predominantly contractor-based design team—building trust, setting expectations, and balancing diverse skill sets. We’ll also discuss the key differences between in-house (tech) and agency design, the evolving role of AI in creativity, and the enduring importance of real-world inspiration...

David Schwarz, Founder and Creative Partner of Brooklyn-based design studio HUSH, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on the intersection of design, psychological behaviors, and massive spaces. Together, we’ll explore the digital aspects of mega-experiences—examining how sound, light, movement, scale, information hierarchy, and technology shape environments like airports and mixed-use developments.

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David is an award-winni...

Ben Langsfeld, Chief Design Officer at BUCK, joins Adobe for a lively discussion reflecting on over 20 years of agency and industry transformation, embracing the challenges of designing in the age of AI and cultivating a culture of "forever learners" in a rapidly evolving creative landscape.

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Ben Langsfeld is the Chief Design Officer at BUCK, responsible for the studio’s brand, creative output, future innovation, and cu...

Tim Murphy, Founder and CEO of Sideways, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on the interplay of analog and digital touchpoints in hospitality, the power of constraint as a creative superpower, and how branding and creativity can create value beyond the bricks and mortar of real estate.

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I’m the Founder & CEO of Sideways, a Branding & Marketing agency designed to add unrealized value to luxury real estate, hote...

Dublin-based In the Company of Huskies is a creative agency that creates pulling power for brands. Damian Hanley (Board Creative Director) joins Adobe for a lively discussion on merging cultures, driving collaboration, and helping brands become more efficient.

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Over the course of 25 years in ad agency life, I have been lucky to have had the opportunity to work with some of the biggest and most diverse range of brands in...

From designing out-of-the world fashion experiences to building immersive spaces, David Hartono (Creative Tech Director) and Francesco Bernabei (Creative Founder) of MONOGRID, a digital design studio specialized in interactive experience and new media, join Adobe for a lively conversation on creating meaningful connection between the digital and physical worlds, why design consistency matters, and the joy [and occasional sweat] of ...

Ian Barry, Chief Creative Officer at LaneTerralever, joins Adobe for a discussion on unearthing insights to reveal brand uniqueness, consumer behavior, and his passion for data to drive creative excellence.

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Ian started his career at the age of eight when he sent an ad concept to Pepsi-Cola. His idea was politely rejected, but the Marketing Manager sent him a pen and pencil set along with a note stating that "Someday ...

Facundo Santana, the co-founder of basement, a forward-thinking design and development studio located in Argentina joins Adobe for an engaging conversation on the role of their Labs division. We will explore the motivation behind the establishment of Basement's Labs division, its role in nurturing design innovation, and the significant value it brings to both the agency and their clients.

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Co-founder & Managing Part...

David Sheldon-Hicks, co-founder of Territory Studio, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on how his passion for the craft of motion graphics has driven his work in film, games, and commercial campaigns. We’ll explore the interplay between motion pictures and technology, how AI is revolutionizing the creation of custom tools for artists, and the importance of understanding human behavior in shaping technologies of tomorrow.

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Founder and Creative Technologist at borabora studios, Florian Wögerer, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on pushing the boundaries of immersive experiences, the role of prototyping in creating these experiences, keeping the hype train under control, and cultivating a happy and loyal workforce.

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Florian Wögerer is an innovative entrepreneur, creative technologist, founder and CEO of borabora Studios. With a strong foc...

Josh Goldblum, Founder and CEO of Bluecadet, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on leveraging contemporary tools and technologies to create immersive and interactive spaces and building a creative community dedicated to crafting engaging, equitable, and intriguing experiences.

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Josh serves as the CEO of Bluecadet, an award winning experience design agency that has overseen signature projects for the Metropolitan Museu...

What began as an obsession with Adobe Photoshop, led Josh Lowman, Founder and CCO at design studio, Gold Front, to a rich career in helping designers and brands find their place in the market. Josh joins Adobe for an honest conversation on driving purpose, showing up as your authentic self, and creating an impact through design.

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Josh Lowman - Founder & Chief Creative Officer

Josh is a thoroughly original thinker w...

David Funkhouser, Partner & Creative Director at Funkhaus, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on the future of design and technology—navigating the evolving landscape, creating compelling visuals, and balancing the efficiency of AI with the passion and tactile experience of traditional design.

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David Funkhouser - Partner/Design Principal, Funkhaus
The namesake of independent digital agency Funkhaus, David has desig...

Christian Mogensen, Executive Director & Partner @ Stupid Studio, joins Adobe for a lively discussion on using the power of play to approach problem-solving, helping clients reimagine the future.

SPEAKER BIO Christian Mogensen is co-owner of Stupid Studio, a Danish B Corp-certified creative studio. Since its inception in 2006, Stupid Studio has focused on designing better futures and creating positive change for people and the...

**Producer NOTE** Audio quality wasn't optimal for this discussion due to connection issues from the original interview. However, we didn't want you to miss out on the incredible insights from Adam. Adam Baskin joins Adobe for a lively discussion on bringing ambitious experiences to life, harnessing the power of machine learning and AI in storytelling (and helping clients do the same), and the continued evolution of a globally rec...

A conversation with Sweden Unlimited

Welcome to our inaugural edition of SoDA Series Live On AIR, a podcast edition of our monthly livestream conversations with creative leaders from around the world. This edition shares the personal journeys from the founders behind Sweden Unlimited, their passion for design, and their unique path to leading a successful creative agency. SoDA Series Live is a collaboration between SoDA, the Societ...

SoDA Series Live on AIR brings you candid conversations with creative leaders from around the world. Join us to learn from their personal experiences, professional journeys, and what keeps them inspired to innovate. This podcast series has been adapted from previous LinkedIn live streams; each edition is brought to you through a collaboration between SoDA, the Society of Digital Agencies, and Adobe.