Summary
In the opening session of Design Ops Summit 2023, Bria welcomes attendees and outlines the conference's schedule and themes. She reflects on the previous two days and introduces the final day's theme, 'Design Ops plus,' curated by Sarah Campari Miller. Bria emphasizes the importance of understanding the program details, including time zone adjustments and sponsor sessions that offer free insights into design operations without overlap with the main schedule. Attendees are encouraged to engage in the Slack channel for discussions and Q&A, as well as to make use of the digital swag bag with sponsor offers. Bria reassures participants that all session resources will be made available post-conference for easy access and references a code of conduct that ensures a respectful and supportive environment for everyone involved. She concludes by encouraging attendees to actively participate and reach out for assistance.
Key Insights
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Design Ops is evolving and adapting to new challenges within the industry.
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It's essential for attendees to set their agendas to their local time zones for clarity.
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Sponsor sessions provide valuable insights without the typical sales pitch, offering a great opportunity for networking.
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Resources from sessions will be promptly available, enhancing the learning experience.
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Engagement in Slack is crucial for maximizing the conference experience.
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Kindness and respect are fundamental values upheld during the conference, supported by a clear code of conduct.
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The conference team is highly accessible for support, stressing open communication.
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Participating in cohorts can facilitate deeper connections and discussions.
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The successful collaboration of the organizing team highlights the importance of teamwork in executing a conference.
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Bria emphasizes that feedback is welcomed and encouraged throughout the event.
Notable Quotes
"Welcome to day three of Design Ops Summit 2023."
"We strongly encourage you to put your program in your local time zone."
"Sponsor sessions are completely free and don’t overlap with the main program."
"You'll notice a QR code for our digital swag bag."
"You don’t need to take notes, all session resources will be shared on the website shortly after."
"I want to hear about it, if you’re uncomfortable, let us know."
"Treat each other with kindness and respect throughout this conference."
"Please access customer service through Slack or emails, we're here for you."
"This conference could not happen without our sponsors, so thank you."
"Design Ops is not just a buzzword, it's an evolving practice."
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