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Opening Remarks
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Friday, October 1, 2021 • DesignOps Summit 2021
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Opening Remarks
Speakers: Bria Alexander
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Summary

During the final day of the DesignOps Summit 2021, the host opened with gratitude towards the audience, speakers, and facilitators for their contributions throughout the conference. The event centered on exploring the future of design operations, under the curation of Alana Washington. The host encouraged attendees to engage with the day's programming, provided logistical information about accessing sessions and sponsors, and emphasized the significance of community and collaboration in design operations. Notably, various sponsors were acknowledged for their support, making the conference accessible to a broader audience through free sessions. Additionally, the host highlighted the importance of networking through the conference’s Slack channels for further discussion and connection among attendees. Overall, the session set an optimistic tone for envisioning future trends in design practices and operations while fostering a strong sense of community.

Key Insights

  • The conference highlighted the crucial role of community in shaping design operations.

  • Engagement with audience input significantly enhanced programming quality.

  • Sponsorship enabled broader access to high-quality content for attendees.

  • Slack channels have become a vital tool for networking and discussion among participants.

  • Future-ready design practices are essential for adapting to new challenges in the industry.

Notable Quotes

"This is our third and final day of the design operation, Summit 2021."

"Our community would not be what it is without you."

"Our grand finale today is talking about the future of design operations."

"The sponsor program is also very high quality and it is free."

"It really is a party in there."

"This conference would not be able to happen without the awesome contributions of our sponsors."

"Take advantage of our Slack instance; it is where the party is at."

"You don’t have to worry about anything; everything will be shared on the conference website."

"Please read our code of conduct; it is here to ensure that you feel safe."

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