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

Leadership in Design

Career Development

Creativity and Innovation

Design Ethics

Business Strategy

Entrepreneurship in Design

Redefining Design

Future of Design

AI • Leadership in Design • Career Development • Creativity and Innovation • Design Ethics • Business Strategy • Entrepreneurship in Design • Redefining Design • Future of Design •

Meet the Speakers

  • Ioana Teleanu

    Ioana Teleanu

    AI x Product Design Leader - AI-R Studio

  • André Mota

    André Mota

    Product Designer - Pixelmatters

  • Paula Falco

    Paula Falco

    Founder - Falco UX Consulting

  • Mindaugas Petrutis

    Mindaugas Petrutis

    Founder - Coho

  • ÌníOlúwa Abíódún

    ÌníOlúwa Abíódún

    Growth Design - Intercom

  • Bruno Figueiredo

    Bruno Figueiredo

    Lead Designer - OutSystems

  • Loubna Ibrahim

    Loubna Ibrahim

    Design Manager - Bliss Applications

  • Sachin Kamath

    Sachin Kamath

    Co-Founder - Consistent Character AI

  • Lena Salgansky

    Lena Salgansky

    Product Design Lead

  • Tom Scott

    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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