PresentationsAttendees dove into transformative presentations that challenged the status quo and ignited powerful discussions. These sessions weren't just about exploring ideas. They catalysed actionable solutions.
Leadership Summit
DL25: Melbourne
150attendees from leading brands
23 April 2025
Presentations
RoundtablesAttendees engaged in deep, focused discussions with peers. They explored diverse perspectives and generated actionable ideas. These sessions offered a unique opportunity to co-create solutions and challenge the status quo.
NetworkingWe built meaningful connections over sustainable meals, drinks, and immersive experiences. The networking sessions fostered collaboration and left people feeling inspired.
Event partners
Figma Australia Pty Ltd
Nomat pty ltd
Iterate Recruitment PTY LTD
What we explored
What we explored
Could design leaders truly balance creativity, business impact, and team culture in a constantly evolving world? The event explored strategies that helped leaders navigate complexity and shape the future of design.
This day-long event brought together Australia’s top design leaders to explore new approaches, share insights, and prepare for the next era of the discipline.
Key topics included:
- Leading teams through resource and culture challenges
- Ensuring consistency amidst constant change
- Exploring emerging trends and technologies shaping design’s future
Presenters and Table hosts
Matt Kurowski
RMIT, RMIT University
Marius Foley
marius.foley@rmit.edu.au, RMIT University
Ljuba Youngblom
Head of Design, Airwallex
Chris Gray
Managing Director, Nomat
Steph Ransom
Service Design Chapter Lead, ANZ
Selin Lanzafame
Group Head of Strategy, Asahi Beverages
Sanjoli Chauhan
Director of Partnerships
Michelle Spencer
Manager Workforce Capability, MLC Life Insurance
Grant Show
Executive Producer, The Outlook
Brad Alphonso
Senior Manager - Service Design, Bupa
Angela Bliss
Head of Behavioural Science, NAB
Andrew Broughton
Practice Lead, Enterprise Design, Worksafe Victoria
Alex Burke
CEO, Optimal Workshop
Abi Iyer
Director of Design, Zendesk
Program
We’ve created a program that balances just the right amount of presentation time with just the right amount of discussion time. We’ll cover highly-relevant topics with your industry peers.
8:00–9:00 — Registration and networking
9:00
9:15
9:45
10:15
10:45–11:05 — Morning tea
11:15
11:45
12:15
12:45–13:30 — Lunch
13:35
13:45
14:30–14:40 — Break
14:40
14:50
15:35
16:00
16:10
16:55
17:00–18:30 — Social wrap-up
Location and accessibility
Location and accessibility
DO Design Leadership Melbourne was hosted on the 5th floor of Hyatt Centric, 25 Downie St, Melbourne VIC 3000. It was a 7 minute walk from Southern Cross Station and a 15 minute walk from Flinders Street Station.
On arrival at the ground floor, reception staff directed guests to the event space. The floor was accessible by both escalator and elevator.
For interstate and international guests, the hotel provided wheelchair accessible rooms, with staff available to assist with specific needs.