Navigating complexity by using design as a leadership competency

Saturday, May 17, 2025

In an increasingly interconnected and fast-changing world, complexity is not just a challenge—it's a constant. Whether in technology, systems, or social structures, complexity can overwhelm users, hinder decision-making, and reduce clarity. 

 

Our panel of expert leaders will explore various hypotheses for how to lead effectively in such environments, and how user experience professionals are better equipped to navigate ambiguity, align teams, and create human-centered solutions.

10:15 AM

Betty Andrews Recital Hall

Our speakers

Kim Brockhoff

Kim Brockhoff

Director, Customer, Analytics and Digital Transformation City of Edmonton

A servant leader focused on leading digital change management with a pragmatic, client focused approach. 

Lisa Hagen

Lisa Hagen

Fractional Product Leader, Ready Steady

Lisa is a Fractional Product Leader who’s passionate about helping teams solve meaningful problems and build products that customers love. With 20 years of experience in SaaS, AI, EdTech, and healthcare, she’s worked with startups and growth-stage companies to align teams, scale execution, and drive business growth. As the founder of Ready Steady, she partners with executive teams to tackle tough product challenges and build high-performing product organizations.

Sam Jenkins

Sam Jenkins

Managing Partner, Punchcard Systems

Sam Jenkins is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Punchcard, a digital product and transformation studio based in Edmonton, with team members across Canada. With a career rooted in human-centered design, Sam has spent over twenty-five years helping organizations use technology to improve experiences and outcomes. At Punchcard, he leads teams that craft thoughtful, impactful digital products -- always starting with the people they’re built for.

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Workshops

$85  

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Conference

Early bird ticket

$50 

Tickets available until
March 31, 2025

Regular ticket

$75 

Ticket available until
May 15, 2025

Last minute ticket

2 days before event