IDC 2025: Designers on Sustainability, Legacy, and Purpose

From sustainability to legacy, these voices are challenging design to evolve—with purpose. At IDC 2025, David J. Byron of Sundberg-Ferar will explore what it means to carry the weight of legacy forward. In his keynote, Heritage Meets Horizon, David considers how long-standing firms can lead change without losing their identity. Farrell M. Calabrese (FMC IMPACT) and Lew Epstein (Lot21) will co-lead a powerful conversation on The Future of Sustainability Design—bringing climate advocacy, creative leadership, and real-world business strategy to the forefront. And rounding out this group is Stephan Clambaneva, IDSA WDO Managing Director at PARK USA. A mentor and strategist with experience across industries, Stephan brings a global view to design’s role in shaping more circular, more responsible systems. Conversations like these define the kind of future we want to build. #IDC2025 #DesignLeadership #DesignConference #DesignWithPurpose

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Stephan Clambaneva, IDSA WDO

Uses Design, Sustainability, Innovation & Engineering 2 transform companies | Managing Director & Partner @ PARK | IBM Alum, Dassault Alum | Ex Board of Directors IDSA | NYCXDESIGN committee | Mentor | Keynote Speaker

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Absolutely buzzing to help celebrate 60 years of IDSA at #IDC2025 in Detroit this September! 🚀 I’m honored to join an incredible lineup of thinkers and makers as we explore “LEGACY”—honoring the past, designing in the present, and shaping the future in a holistically sustainable way, together. Can’t wait to connect, share, and be inspired alongside this amazing community. See you in the Motor City! ✨ #IDSA #DesignLeadership #IndustrialDesign #Legacy

David J. Byron

Principal, CEO at Sundberg-Ferar | President, Michigan Design Council

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I really appreciate this opportunity to share the stage at this year’s IDC where so many creatives are coming together for the 60th anniversary of IDSA, in the city of design, in the state of design, taking place at the premier design school, CCS (juuuust a little homegrown pride here lol) to take a moment and reflect, reimagine and refocus our industry on what’s next. Can’t wait!

Farrell M. Calabrese

Expert sustainability and marketing communications leader — Helping organizations turn brand strategy into measurable impact. Coach, Facilitator, Consultant, Fractional Leader ✨

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I could not be more excited to be a part of this important discussion & evolution. ✨ As a member of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA)’s inaugural Circular Design Council with Lew Epstein, Shujan Bertrand and Chaired by Jason P. Belaire, IDSA — we know intentional small changes can make a big impact. #circulardesign

Thrilled to be a member of the IDSA's Circular Design Council and to co-present with Farrell M. Calabrese at this upcoming event.

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