Bria Alexander

" Netflix using AI-generated ads is a low-risk testbed but raises ethical questions - Lauren. "

" If you want to invite a friend or colleague, the sponsor sessions are free and awesome to attend. "

" We are going to have a very cherry day. You get it? Because I’m wearing cherry earrings. "

" Manuel Herrera, our sketch noter, has contributed wonderfully to visually capturing the spirit and content of the conference. "

" What if we had AI teammates who were on every call and could help moderate, recap, and track time? That future is likely. "

" Optimization and using Slack a little better can make us gentler to each other. "

" Design ops should coordinate initiatives, measure impact, and advocate for designer happiness as a business metric - Peter Bosma. "

" If these two voices don’t work for you, you can reach out at [email protected]. "

" Our speakers prepare and prepare and prepare — they have a dark board with my face on it because they’re so sick of hearing from us. "

" Learning is a marathon, not a sprint, especially in the context of online conferences. "

" We have at least 10 minutes of breaks between each session so you can take in everything. "

" No need to take notes at this conference. We share notes, sketch notes, videos, and decks very quickly. "

" Slack is a huge part of how we are going to be engaging in today’s conference. "

" I often find myself wondering what I really gained from time away from my desk beyond swag and catching up with colleagues. "

" Try to walk away from this conference with at least one new design ops buddy. "

" We’re obligated to treat each other with kindness and respect. "

" You can invite anyone in your family to attend the sponsor sessions for free even if they’re not registered. "

" You will not be missing out on much if you don’t snag the digital swag bag. "

" Please read our code of conduct — even though we’re virtual, we are a community obligated to kindness and respect. "

" Our sponsor sessions are not sales pitches; they are serious, high content learning opportunities for everyone. "

" I didn’t say conference because this is really a highly polished snapshot of a conversation this community is having. "

" Saying no with intentionality and clear guidelines creates clarity and focus. "

" Slack is the heart and soul of this conference — that’s where you ask questions, get help, and connect with others. "

" The theme is clarity. But really I’m gonna say the theme is you — the 613 people from all over the planet. "

" You’re going to get the importance of empathy to the bottom line. "

" It's okay to try and mess up your OKRs in the first few quarters and learn from it. "

" Future-facing regulatory structures can avoid post-traumatic innovation by anticipating technology’s social impacts. "

" The most highly rated part of the conference every year are the facilitators making the cohorts sing. "

" Design ops must learn to advocate for themselves because oftentimes when things go well, no one notices the work behind the scenes. "

" Sponsor sessions are free for anyone, whether you paid to attend or not, so invite your coworkers, friends, and family. "

" Check out our digital swag bag—our sponsors put a lot of effort into making compelling offers for all of you here today. "

" If you’re not in Slack, you’re missing out on the party. "

" We have many breaks, and sponsor sessions usually take place during those. "

" You don’t need to take notes; Rosenfeld media has sketch note makers creating creative and interactive notes for each talk. "