Sample Clients & Partners
We are a Detroit-based strategic design consultancy.
We use the creative power of human-centered design thinking and strategic business logic to equip organizations and communities with tools to innovate and strategies to deliver more value to the people they serve.
We Train teams on human-centered design thinking tools and innovation methods and mindsets for continuous improvement and implementation of sustainable solutions.
We Collaborate with innovation agencies around the world including U.S., Europe, and Africa
A leader of innovation or champion of change. An intrapreneur or entrepreneur in business or community. An economic developer, strategic planner, program manager, trainer, designer or the like.
You SEEK growth, change and collaboration on your next project, mission or venture.
You LOOK for creative new ways of thinking and doing; to be different from status quo
You WANT new models and methods to connect with your key stakeholders.
You DESIRE measurable outcomes to meet your goals and resolve complex challenges.
You WANT recognition as an industry leader of innovation and change.
You need to BLOOM.
CAPACITY BUILDING / TRAINING SESSIONS
Educate on tools, methods, and mindsets of human-centered, design thinking and innovation to build new skills and capabilities. This is best for organizations that desire to train internal ambassadors to carry out the opportunities identified and sustain the culture of innovation. Covering topics such as empathy, design thinking, innovation, journey mapping, collaboration, human-centered design, prototyping, and design research.
Sample Topics
- Human-centered Design Thinking Fundamentals
- Community Design Thinking
- Innovation by Design
- Rapid Prototyping
- Creative Collaboration
- Empathy Building
- Design Research
- Stakeholder Journey Mapping
WORKSHOP DESIGN & FACILITATION
- Half-day
- Full-day
- Multi-day charrette
- Design Sprint
- Informational Sessions
STRATEGY SESSIONS & PLANNING
- Foundation Strategy
- Launch Strategy
- Growth Strategy
- Innovation Strategy
STRATEGY ADVISORY & DESIGN RESEARCH
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Our Process
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Establish fresh thinking and design-led culture
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More meaningful customer connection
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Foster collaboration & new ways of working
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Reduced risk and uncertainty
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Expedited decision-making
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Shared vision alignment
Founder & Principal Strategist
Terri Burch is a passionate Design Strategist, Facilitator, and hybrid-thinker, adopting from the creative design and strategic business fields in her approach to addressing complex challenges. She has over 14 years experience as an advisor to community-based organizations, SME’s and multinational corporations. She has formal training in design and business, as a Strategic Design MBA fellow, a certified charrette planning practitioner and works with DesignThinkers Group USA as a Service Designer. She enjoys facilitating team collaborations and guiding participants through design processes she curates to help them through their journey of transformative change and growth. Her superpowers are Empathy and Planning. Terri is a proud native of Detroit, where she lives and enjoys exploring the city, particularly for activities related to dining, art, and culture. She is also a world-traveler, chocolate-lover, and an avid salsa dancer.
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