Global Chief Design Officer
Uncommon Creative Studio
D&AD President — (2025–26)
Dead or Alive: The President's Lectures | D&AD Festival 2026
The Talk
Hosted and curated by D&AD President Lisa Smith, this keynote programme brings together creative leaders to explore what creativity looks like when it’s truly alive.
Across talks, interviews and screenings, speakers share how creative thinking drives progress, sparks connection and continues to matter in a world moving faster than ever. Expect powerful stories, fresh perspectives and moments of inspiration from leading voices across the creative industries.
Speakers
Founder & Creative Director
CENTER
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
Senior Strategist, Cultural Researcher
The Mix Global
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
VP Creative Strategy
DE-YAN
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
Global Chief Design Officer
Uncommon Creative Studio
D&AD President — (2025–26)
Founder & Creative Director
CENTER
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
Senior Strategist, Cultural Researcher
The Mix Global
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
VP Creative Strategy
DE-YAN
D&AD Festival 2026 — Speaker
Ticket information
Further discounts are available for students, charities/non-profits, freelancers, small businesses with under 10 employees and retired people. We have also put aside free tickets for people who have recently been made redundant.
Please email festival@dandad.org for more information.