Listen "How the Best Designs Rely on People - Wolfgang Bremer"
Episode Synopsis
In today’s episode, I chat with Wolfgang Bremer, an accomplished German-Canadian design expert with a unique blend of design and product knowledge garnered over 20+ years’ experience working with the likes of Nokia and SAP, along with numerous highly funded startups, leading global design teams creating products used by industry giants such Google, Coca-Cola and Porsche.Today, as the Vice President of Design at Elli, a brand under the prestigious Volkswagen Group, he continues to shape the world of design with his creative problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.Our discussion begins with an exploration into the origins of Wolfgang’s fascination with design and product development, continues with his journey working for and with Fortune 500 companies, and delves into his most memorable projects. Along the way, he shares his unique approach to consumer software design, his guiding principles for leading design teams, and how an entrepreneurial mindset has influenced his work.It was a really fun discussion, and I hope you enjoy our conversation, as much as I did recording it.Wolfgang BremerWolfgang Bremer is a German Canadian award-winning design veteran with 20+ years of experience. He has managed global design teams and worked on products used by tens of millions of users in 190+ countries. Wolfgang likes building products and simplifying people’s lives. He currently serves as the Vice President & Head of Design at Elli – A Brand of the Volkswagen Group.LinkedInWebsiteThinking Inside the BoxConstraints drive innovation. We tackle the most complex issues related to work & culture. And if you enjoy the work we’re doing here, consider giving us a 5-star rating, leaving a comment & subscribing. It ensures you get updated whenever we release new content & really helps amplify our message.LinkedInInstagramTwitterWebsiteApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyStitcherPocket CastMatt BurnsMatt Burns is an award-winning executive, social entrepreneur and speaker. He believes in the power of community, simplicity & technology.LinkedInTwitter
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