Kevin Cantrell is a master of lettering, typographic design, and branding, blending meticulous craftsmanship with powerful storytelling. As Founder and Creative Director of Kevin Cantrell Studio—now also Cantrell Type—he crafts custom typefaces, identities, packaging, and branded systems for clients like Nike, Bacardi, Princeton, UNICEF, National Geographic, and the Oscars.

Known for his signature mix of elegant minimalism and intricate illustration, Kevin’s work has earned him accolades like ADC Young Gun 12, TDC Ascender, Print’s “20 Under 30,” and a Best in Typography honor from ADC The Type Directors Club. 

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With over 15 years in design and illustration, Amanda Lenz's hand-crafted work brings warmth and clarity to every project. Her work includes a portrait of Oprah that graced the cover of Time's Magazine, the Colorado Welcome Center Map (10x7 feet!), countless stunning brand designs, and children's' book illustrations that will warm your heart.

You won't want to miss hearing about her story, process, and what keeps her inspired.

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TranWills Welcome Tran Nguyen-Wills, a mother, wife, entrepreneur, founder, creative director, community builder—and now a dedicated public servant. She’s worn many hats, and her journey is a powerful blend of creativity, resilience, and service.

Join us as she shares her story from the beginning to today: the lessons learned, the pivots made, and the deep “why” behind everything she does. You’ll leave inspired, grounded, and reminded of the impact one person can have when passion meets purpose.

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asharedhumanity.com Welcome Shun-Luoi Fong, Founder & CEO of Forge. @shunluoifong is a multidisciplinary powerhouse who’s spent 25+ years helping leaders and organizations navigate high-stakes decisions through human-centered strategy, creativity, and collaboration. Whether he’s building brands, sparking innovation at CU Boulder, or creating meaningful communities, he leads with one mantra: Listen, learn, love, create.

A trusted advisor, sparring partner, and all-around badass (seriously, someone called him that), Shun-Luoi brings a rare mix of killer strategy, tech-savvy, and soulful approachability.

We’ll dive into what it means to shape the world as it ought to be—with heart, design, and purpose.

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GeezerCreative.com Welcome John Kieselhorst, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Geezer, a bold new agency challenging the outdated conventions of youth-obsessed marketing. Our discussion explores John’s creative career, his innovative approach to brand storytelling, and how he’s shifting the focus of advertising.

With a rich background in design, advertising, and brand strategy, John has spent years shaping compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. At Geezer, he’s on a mission to redefine how brands engage with all audiences. His work is not just about marketing; it’s about rewriting the industry playbook to reflect real cultural and economic shifts.

If you’re curious about how brands can stay relevant in a changing consumer landscape—and why the “goldmine” of 50+ consumers is the future of marketing—this conversation promises to be both eye-opening and inspiring.

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Cmooresound.com  Welcome Connor Moore, founder of @cmoore_sound, a leading audio branding agency. Our discussion delves into Connor’s distinctive career path, the transformative role of sound in user experience (UX) design, and the innovative ways he’s shaping brand identities through sonic elements.

With over 15 years of experience in the industry. Connor has collaborated with a diverse range of clients, from ambitious startups to Fortune 100 companies, helping them define their brand tone and elevate their sonic imprint.

His work encompasses strategic brand analysis, custom musical scores, and sound design experiences for both physical and digital platforms. Connor’s expertise lies in creating audio user experiences that are intuitive and distinct, ensuring that products not only stand out but also resonate deeply with their audience.

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KellyDern.studio  Syfrig.net  Welcome Kelly Dern & Spencer Syfrig, user experience (UX) designers, educators, and creative problem solvers at Google.

Our explores their unique career journeys, the evolving field of design, and the impact they’re making through their work and teaching.

Kelly and Spencer bring diverse experiences to the world of UX design. 

Kelly, a former PR professional turned UX designer through a bootcamp, draws on her communication expertise to craft user-centered designs and narratives. 

Spencer, with a background in traditional design and a passion for craft and detail, focuses on creating impactful user experiences grounded in Swiss design principles and iteration.  

Both are educators who are deeply committed to shaping the next generation of designers, fostering innovation, and elevating Boulder as a hub for design excellence.

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AndrewBarkerArt.com Welcome artist, Andrew Barker @andrewbarker_art. Our talk covers his foundations and career in graphic design, and the translation of formalized design into his art and career “after” design. Andrews work is driven by his appreciation for the natural world, and his concern with the challenges of climate change, population growth, biodiversity loss, and defaunation.

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MoreMatter.com Welcome legendary writer, letterpress printer, and graphic designer, Rick Griffith @rickgriffith. Our talk covers all things design, but particularly Rick’s use of graphic design to discuss political and societal issues. We also cover how making and sharing are central to his cyclical, evolutionary, liberatory practice, in addition to his numerous personal projects and the physical act of printing design, and his design consultancy and bookshop, Matter @matterdesign.

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StillnessCreativity.com Welcome long time friend, creative partner, brother, creative director and mentor, Evan Fry. Our talk centers around the idea of stillness in creativity, allowing mindful problem solving, and the power of "I don't know". 

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