Wednesday, 28 May

Industry Dialogue: Designing for Value in an Uncertain World

Design must prove its value again. Join us to explore how designers can lead, adapt, and flourish in a world of disruption and uncertainty.

By Design Business Chamber Singapore (DBCS)

Date and time

Wed, 28 May 2025 17:30 - 20:00 GMT+8

Location

Level 2 Auditorium, National Design Centre

111 Middle Road #03 01 Singapore, Singapore 188969 Singapore

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

5:30 PM

Registration

Light refreshments and drinks will be served

5:55 PM

Opening Address

by DBCS President Designate, Hong Khai Seng

6:00 PM

Industry Dialogue and Q&A

6:55 PM

Break

7:00 PM

DBCS Annual General Meeting

Detailed agenda for the AGM will be shared separately with voting members

8:00 PM

Dinner & Networking

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes

Design is at a tipping point. AI is changing how we create. Trade tensions are changing how we work. And the value of design? It's at risk of being sidelined again.

As designers, we must do more than create.

We must prove value. Real value. Strategic value.

Not just in pixels or prototypes, but demonstrate how design creates powerful outcomes that move business, industries, and society forward.

Hosted by DBCS, this event brings together leaders across government, academia, and industry to ask: What does it take to flourish by design in today’s world?

Join the conversation on how designers and design leaders can prove the true value of design, regardless of the size of the playing field.

You are also invited to join us at our DBCS Annual General Meeting (AGM) which will commence right after the dialogue session.

Frequently asked questions

Are there parking spaces available?

Parking is available at the HDB building opposite National Design Centre, at 261 Waterloo Street.

Do I have to attend the DBCS Annual General Meeting (AGM) after the Industry Dialogue?

We welcome and encourage non-members to stay and observe our AGM proceedings. There will be networking opportunities and a light dinner served after the AGM concludes.

I am an Aspirer member of DBCS. Is there a discount for this event?

Yes. DBCS Aspirer members enjoy $10 OFF the general ticket pricing of $30 and this is reflected in the ticketing tiers.

I am an Advocate/Corporate/IHL or Education Institute member. Is there a discount for this event?

Yes. DBCS Advocate, Corporate and Education Institute members can enjoy free entry to this event by entering a discount code. If you do not already have the discount code, please contact the DBCS Secretariat Team at info@dbcsingapore.org.

Organised by

Design Business Chamber Singapore (DBCS)

Design Business Chamber Singapore (DBCS) is the nation’s leading multidisciplinary design chamber, advocating Better Business by Design since 1985. The chamber brings together business leaders, designers, and academia to drive innovation and use design as a catalyst for sustainable growth. Through cross-industry partnerships and global connections, DBCS elevates professional standards and creates business opportunities. Advancing a pluralistic design approach to address business challenges, DBCS proudly celebrates 40 years of helping individuals and businesses flourish by design.