Disruption Forum Design Horizons: AI-Powered Tomorrow

Trying to figure out just how to weave in AI into your processes so it brings the most value? And it doesn't compromise IP and data? And what about human creativity – what can and can't we automate? We'll sit down with design leaders across industries to try and answer the most burning questions out there.

Join us to:

• Explore the future of UX. How will AI shift the landscape for designers? Will they even be needed?
• Grab expert tips from practitioners on how to speed up design to code.
• Connect with design leaders to hear about design leadership of the future.

Time zones: 09:00 AM – 11:25 AM EST | 3:00 PM – 5:25 PM CET

The AI-Powered Design Dilemma: What Can’t You Automate?

09:00 AM EST (3:00 PM CET)

• Is AI in design ethical? What are the key ethical dilemmas?
• Which parts of the design process can be effectively automated, and where should human creativity and focus remain essential?
• What can’t we automate?
  
  

Speakers:

– Eduardo Ribeiro, Brand Design Lead at Qonto

– Max Brooks, Head of UX Design at Checkatrade

Host: Aga Brzycka, Client Partner at Netguru

Where’s UX Heading? On Shifting Roles & AI-Powered Capabilities

9:30 AM EST (3:30 PM CET)

• How will AI influence the evolution of roles such as Product Owner, Product Designer, and Design Manager?
• Can we think of a future where developers aren’t required to have deep coding expertise? What would that mean for the industry?
• The convergence of soft and hard skills for UX professionals in the age of AI and the future of the profession.

Speakers:

– Patrycja Rozmus, Head of Product Design at Zalando

– Aswin Ranganathan, Design Manager, Gen AI at Delivery Hero

Host: Maria Achinger, Content Team Leader at Netguru

How Visa Leverages Behavioural Science for Positive Change

10:00 AM EST (4:00 PM CET)

Speakers:

– Yazminca Woodward, Global Design Strategy Director at Visa

– Andreas Roos, Head of Design Strategy at Visa

Host: Radek Zaleski, Senior Partner at Netguru

There’s No Site You Can’t Build With Webflow

Is Webflow a game-changer or just hype? From startups to enterprises, Webflow is proving that no-code design isn’t just for small projects. But can it truly replace traditional development? Where does it shine—and where does it fall short?

10:20 AM EST (4:20 PM CET)

Speaker: Marcin Rzymek, Webflow Lead & Senior PD at Netguru

The Future of Design Systems: Brands Across Cultures and Products

10:35 AM EST (4:35 PM CET)

Speakers:

– Julia Picker-Huchzermeyer, Senior Product Designer at Lokalise

– Anatoly Vjalihs, Senior Lead of Brand Design at Lokalise

Host: Tomasz Grynkiewicz, Head of Growth at Netguru

Design Leaders, Upskill! On Developing Design Leadership

10:55 AM EST (4:55 PM CET)

• What upskilling opportunities are critical for personal and business growth in 2024 and beyond?
• How can designers prepare for long-term career success in a rapidly evolving field?
• Strategies for developing a robust personal and professional career growth plan.

Speakers:

– Jan Wardecki, Service Design & Innovation Manager at BNP Paribas

– Moritz Kronberger, Director of Design at Moss

– Mariana Rita, Design System Manager at Vinted

Host: Bartosz Białek, Head of Design at Netguru