Tom Kelley

General Manager, IDEO, Expert in Innovation and Creativity and Author of the bestseller Creative Confidence

English

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United States

California

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Actors & Actresses

arts

author

Branding

business growth

change

Creative thinking

Creativity

design thinking

disruptive technologies

diversity

Founder

futurist

innovation

partnerships

productivity

retail

science

small business

success

talent development

transformation

About the Expert

Who Is Tom Kelley?

Tom Kelley is a renowned innovation and creativity expert, celebrated for his ability to inspire individuals and organizations to adopt a creative mindset. As Chairman and Founder of D4V (Design for Ventures), a Tokyo-based venture capital firm investing in tech startups, and a leader at IDEO, he has left a profound impact on the world of design and innovation. His influence has been instrumental in expanding IDEO from a small team of twelve designers to a global network spanning three continents. Author of bestsellers such as *The Art of Innovation* and *Creative Confidence*, he has turned his ideas into essential guides for leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide.

What is his Background?

Tom Kelley’s career is marked by his leadership at IDEO, where he helped the firm grow and diversify across areas such as business development, marketing, legal, and talent management. In his current role with D4V, he invests in promising technology startups, contributing to the expansion of innovation in Asia. Kelley’s experience in innovation extends beyond the corporate sphere; he also served as the first Executive Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. Throughout his career, Kelley has championed the idea that creativity is a skill anyone can develop, a philosophy he has promoted in his bestselling books and in his speaking engagements in over 30 countries.

Speaker’s Conferences

What Are His Conferences Like?

Tom Kelley’s conferences are known for their inspiring and practical approach. Kelley helps companies and individuals tap into their creative potential, emphasizing that innovation stems from an open mindset and a willingness to experiment. With a motivational and accessible style, he shares techniques and principles for unlocking creativity, inspiring audiences to transform organizational culture and foster innovation at all levels. Kelley’s talks are ideal for leaders seeking to drive organizational change and for teams looking to apply design thinking to their processes.

Selection of Conferences

Leading with Creative Confidence

Discover how creativity drives innovation and growth in this inspiring presentation. Tom Kelley explores the fusion of technology and humanity, the power of experimentation, and the importance of storytelling in the creative process. This talk offers an inspiring framework for leaders who aim to activate team creativity and foster a culture of innovation.

Half-Day Workshop on Creative Confidence

In this immersive workshop, Kelley introduces participants to design thinking through a “Hear One, See One, Do One” approach. The workshop allows attendees to apply practical design concepts to solve business challenges, strengthening their skills in innovation and creativity.

Creative Leadership in a Post-Pandemic World

Tom Kelley shares key strategies for innovative and adaptive leadership in a post-pandemic context. In this session, he highlights the value of rapid learning, purpose-driven approaches, optimism, entrepreneurial thinking, and managing organizational change.

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