Hosted by editor in chief Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, HD’s What I’ve Learned podcast curated another year of intimate and insightful conversations with some of the industry’s biggest names. Our top three episodes from this year tackle the ways rebellion, passion, and collaboration can yield unprecedented success.
Paula Scher
The first female partner at multidisciplinary firm Pentagram, Scher highlights her own creative evolution over three decades, from transforming New York’s Public Theater to conceptualizing artwork for John Prine. Endeavors like the launch of her magazine Together only further reflect the capacity of her rebel heart to defy expectation every time. Listen to the full episode.
Larry Traxler
Since joining Hilton in 2009 as senior vice president of global design, 2021 Platinum Circle honoree Larry Traxler has revolutionized the company, nearly doubling its portfolio to 6,500 hotels and overseeing brand launches and refreshes along the way. In addition to his focus on philanthropy, Traxler shared how his thoughtful approach to his career and life has helped him achieve success in hospitality. Listen to the full episode.
DesignAgency
Longtime friends and partners Matt Davis, Anwar Mekhayech, and Allen Chan comprise the leadership behind Toronto-based studio DesignAgency. The firm’s innovative yet timeless approach and dynamic portfolio that includes a who’s-who of major brands, including Momofuku and Generator, has cemented them as leaders in the design industry. Listen to the full episode.
