Join Alongsider for a great collaborative conversation with Des Kennedy a highly creative, strategic designer and coach. Most of all, someone you would like to have alongside as you start something new - especially, if it involves technology and practical solutions. Des shares his story from Design school graduate to the lights of 80's London where he and his colleague creatively found a central place to live with their own front door - all without paying rent...also called squatting :) Low finances forced him back to the North East where he has since established an enviable reputatation and flourishing design consultancy. He is an accomplished OKR coach and published author on the methodology.  Someone you would really want alongside as you face big new challenges that requires creative, 'can do' thinking and practical application. Des is also great fun and his gentle georgie accent hides the necessary steel and focus he possesses to achieve sustained success for his clients and teams. Curious, supportive and open to learn - some key traits of this Alongsider. Join us, you will pick up some valuable pointers.