Design for Life: Sarasota International Design Summit

published Oct 14, 2007
Design for Life Sarasota International Design Summit
The Ringling College of Art and Design announced that it will host its second Sarasota International Design Summit on Nov. 5-7, 2007 at the Ritz Carlton, Sarasota and the Ringling College of Art and Design campus.

"Our 2007 Summit theme, Designing for Life, will showcase visionary thinkers and practitioners who are using the power of design to solve lifestyle issues and global challenges.

They will also focus on the development of new products, services and business models that will shape the way we live, work, and play," said Dr. Larry Thompson, president of Ringling College of Art and Design.

"Over the course of three very exciting days, we'll explore how design is shaping the exploding knowledge and service economies as a key driver of innovation and differentiation."

Weaving the vitally important issue of sustainability through every discussion, the Summit will present innovative thinkers and practitioners from disciplines such as design, business, science, entertainment, and medicine.

The Summit will feature keynote presentations, breakout sessions, pre-conference workshops and tours, parties, exhibits, and plenty of time for participants to meet informally or participate in semi-structured discussion groups that afford them the opportunity to share expertise and form relationships with other attendees.