7 NOV | Tech & Design Event

Untold numbers of technical and design solutions have been created to fuel the Art of Meeting. But how do we get people together for real? At a level that creates meaningful connections rather than haphazard gatherings? Meet breakthrough facilitator Ferdy Gilsing (Yellowchess) and concept catalyst Wendy PLomp (Dutch Invertuals). Both are working on complex social challenges that require radical choices. Don’t miss out to meet these Eindhoven game-changers!

Special Guests

Yellowchess – Empowering Breakthroughs on Complex Social Issues

Yellowchess crafts high-impact experiences that blend creativity with strategic insights, fostering meaningful engagement. In doing so, they design breakthroughs on major societal challenges and help organizations to realize these. Founder Ferdy Gilsing has a hybrid background in design and strategy (BMW Group, Royal Philips, Mars Inc). He is an expert in bringing people together in a spirit of creative collaboration, to address complex system challenges and create new partnership ecosystems.

Dutch Invertuals – Radical Minds in Design

For the past 15 years the collective Dutch Invertuals has embraced change as a constant. Led by founder and design director Wendy Plomp, they research emerging cultural, social, and political themes. During the last Dutch Design Week for instance, together with the municipality of Eindhoven, they presented ‘Circles of Universal Language’. It showcased ten designers exploring universal languages—play, sound, art, dance, and nature—as tools for fostering connection. Using the circle as a symbol of unity, their design visions present inclusive, cyclical spaces that could bring Eindhoven communities together.  

During the event they will share their expertise, vision and engage in a debate about our future challenges. Moderated by Charlotte Grün.

Eindhoven city is full of hidden Tech & Design gems that fuel transformation. Now is the time to unite their superpowers. What visions do they hold for creating an attractive, sustainable world for us and future generations? What groundbreaking experiments and prototypes are they developing to boost our society forward? How can we learn from each other and contribute to this shared mission? Join us for an inspiring event where ideas and connections come to life!

Join the EHV Innovation Café Tech & Design Event

Do you be a part of the Future of Eindhoven? Mark the event in your calendar and secure your ticket here. Walk in is also possible but the seats for the debat are limited. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

7 November 2024
17:30    Walk-in and networking, we’ll offer a free drink and a bite
18:00    Introduction to the Special Guests followed by a moderated discussion
19:00    Networking
19:30    Opportunity to join the Meet-up dinner with the speakers
English spoken, of course

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