Inside the Design Tank
Joseph Haecker
Fractional CMO ? Business Strategist, Advisor ? +14,000 followers ? Multi-Line Hospitality Design Rep ? 26 Books Published on Amazon ? Podcast Host/Guest ? Editor-In-Chief ? Mentor/Advisor ? Public Speaker
An Interview with Joseph Haecker, Founder of Design Tank
June 12, 2024 By Ignite Business Insider
In the bustling world of design, finding the right platform to innovate, connect, and collaborate can be a challenge. Joseph Haecker, founder of Design Tank, has created a space that does just that. We sat down with Joseph to discuss why Design Tank is vital for the design community and why designers, manufacturers, and industry professionals should get involved.
THE INTERVIEW
Ignite Business Insider: Joseph, thank you for joining us. Can you share why Design Tank is so important to the design community?
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Joseph Haecker: Thank you for having me. Design Tank is a platform built on the principles of collaboration and innovation. In the design world, many professionals are creative and skilled, but they often lack a space to test new ideas, seek feedback, and connect with peers. Design Tank fills this gap by providing a bi-weekly event where designers can present their ideas, gain valuable insights, and engage with a community of like-minded individuals.
Ignite Business Insider: How did Design Tank get started?
Joseph Haecker: Design Tank is modeled after 1 Million Cups, a well-established tech/startup event that takes place in major cities throughout the United States. I’ve made several attempts to launch events that foster innovation within the design community, and Design Tank is the culmination of those efforts. As a former high-end custom lighting designer, serial tech startup founder, design industry podcast host, and editor-in-chief, I have always been passionate about building community and creating opportunities for engagement and innovation.
Ignite Business Insider: Can you share a success story from one of your Design Tank events?
Joseph Haecker: Absolutely. During our first Design Tank event, Nick May, a painting contractor and podcast host, presented an idea for providing design services for garage makeovers, which he called the "Overlooked Room." Nick received real-time feedback that helped inform his decision to...Read More