Talent, Trends and Tribe
September 25-26, 2025 | Algarve, Faro
Where designers, innovators, and leaders come to connect, share ideas, and learn real-world strategies.
Attended by designers from
What You’ll Learn?
AI
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Leadership in Design
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Career Development
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Creativity and Innovation
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Design Ethics
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Business Strategy
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Entrepreneurship in Design
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Redefining Design
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Future of Design
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AI • Leadership in Design • Career Development • Creativity and Innovation • Design Ethics • Business Strategy • Entrepreneurship in Design • Redefining Design • Future of Design •
Meet the Speakers
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Ioana Teleanu
AI x Product Design Leader - AI-R Studio
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André Mota
Product Designer - Pixelmatters
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Paula Falco
Founder - Falco UX Consulting
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Mindaugas Petrutis
Founder - Coho
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ÌníOlúwa Abíódún
Growth Design - Intercom
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Bruno Figueiredo
Lead Designer - OutSystems
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Loubna Ibrahim
Design Manager - Bliss Applications
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Sachin Kamath
Co-Founder - Consistent Character AI
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Lena Salgansky
Product Design Lead
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Tom Scott
Founder - Verified
LEADERSHIP DAY | September 25th 2025
Welcome aboard Leadership Day by designFAO
ON BOARD | Catamaran Jamanta
An exclusive gathering, elite minds, bold discussions, and next-level strategy—all happening on the stunning Ria Formosa aboard the catamaran Jamanta.
Grab Your Ticket
LEADERSHIP
September 25th & 26th 2025
€599
What you get:
September 25th
• Scenic cruise on Catamaran Jamanta
• Exclusive talks & discussions
• Open bar
• Dinner with the speakers
September 26th
• Access to conference day
• Talks
• Coffee breaks & lunch
• Sunset Party
CONFERENCE
September 26th 2025
€199
SUPER EARLY BIRD
Normally, €399
What you get:
September 26th
• Access to conference day
• Talks
• Coffee breaks & lunch
• Sunset Party
CONFERENCE DAY | September 26th 2025
Get everything you need to shape the future of design in one place.
Algarve ,Faro | AP Eva Senses Hotel
Where designers, innovators, and leaders come to connect, share ideas, and learn real-world strategies
Why is designFAO Different?
Boutique Experience
Small, curated, and intimate — no overcrowded rooms.
Direct Access to Experts
Network with industry leaders and like-minded professionals, not just attendees — no barriers.
Actionable Takeaways
Walk away with practical knowledge you can apply immediately to your work and career.
Here’s Why You Need to Be There
The Event for Leaders and Innovators Shaping the Future of Design
Learn from Design Leaders
Gain insights directly from the experts who are shaping the future of design across industries.
Mentorship and Networking
Connect with senior professionals and creative minds from around the world, building relationships that last.
Inspiration & Actionable Takeaways
Walk away with practical knowledge to level up your leadership or design skills, ready to apply immediately.
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