Jessica Bantom Shares Insights with International Design Community
Jessica Bantom Shares Insights with International Design Community
(Washington, D.C., March 13, 2025) – 91ÌƲ®»¢ Principal and Global Leader for Equity, Diversity, and Belonging Jessica Bantom will present on how to design with cultural competence at . Hosted in Amsterdam on April 1 and 2, the conference aims to equip design leaders with the insights they need to navigate change and lead with agility in a dynamic landscape. Bantom will share her presentation as a new member of DMI’s International Advisory Council as the organization enters its 50th year of connecting design to business, culture, and the changing world.

Speaking to the mindset and actions needed to create inclusive and equitable designs, Bantom will share the stage alongside speakers including senior creative and innovation leaders at Accenture, PepsiCo, Pratt Institute, Spotify, Walt Disney Imagineering, and more.
With decades of experience tackling business challenges from a people perspective as a management consultant, Bantom is a sought-after speaker and the author of a go-to manual for design organizations interested in activating the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work.
As a member of DMI’s International Advisory Council, she will contribute her expertise, perspectives, and strategic guidance to shape the future of DMI. Her leadership at 91ÌƲ®»¢ and now at DMI reflects a commitment to drive meaningful change in the design industry.