Dan Harden

Dan Harden, CEO of Whipsaw, is an acclaimed industrial designer with a rich history of working alongside legends like Steve Jobs and George Nelson. He shares invaluable insights about fostering emotional connections through design. Harden recounts transformative lessons from his mentorship with George Nelson, emphasizing curiosity and collaboration. He also discusses the challenges of running a design firm focused on quality, and the inspiration drawn from everyday life and nature to drive innovation in product design.

Dan Harden, founder of Whipsaw and experienced designer, discusses his design journey, working for George Nelson, stories of Steve Jobs, starting his design firm, the business of design, his Skrolla chair, design values, and the future of design.