Lisa Smith Appointed as New President of D&AD for 2025-2026
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Katy Cowan
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Summary
Lisa Smith has been appointed as the new President of D&AD (Design & Art Direction) for 2025/2026, succeeding Kwame Taylor-Hayford. Based in New York, Smith is a respected design leader and long-time D&AD award winner, advisory board member, and trustee. She takes on the role during a pivotal time for creative industries, with a mission to guide the organization through cultural shifts, emerging technologies, and new opportunities for creative talent while maintaining D&AD's commitment to celebrating outstanding creative work and nurturing emerging talent.
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bringing one of the world's most respected design leaders to the helm of the global non-profit
Lisa takes on the role at a pivotal time for the creative industries
signalling D&AD's commitment to both its international growth and its mission to celebrate outstanding creative work and nurture emerging talent
A long-time D&AD award winner, advisory board member and trustee
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