Scott Zimmer
Design and innovation leader with experience integrating agency expertise into large enterprises (e.g., Adaptive Path into Capital One, Moment into Verizon) and founder of a startup (Tmpt.me / AnswersFrom.me) focused on scaling expert knowledge with AI.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 38min
Elevating Design and Scaling Expertise with Scott Zimmer
Scott Zimmer is a design and innovation leader who has transformed design in major enterprises like Capital One and Verizon. In a fascinating discussion, he shares insights on earning design credibility in skeptical organizations and the importance of empathy in design leadership. Scott also emphasizes the need for capturing expert knowledge so that mentorship can thrive even when experts leave. He explores how AI can enhance learning, detailing his startup's approach to scaling expert mentorship and bridging the gap between design and business.
Oct 27, 2023 • 1h 5min
Strategies for Positioning Design as an Equal Business Partner / Scott Zimmer / Ep. #187
Scott Zimmer, an experienced executive leader, shares strategies for positioning design as an equal partner within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of building bridges between business and design, crafting stories that resonate with business partners, and earning respect for design. Zimmer also discusses the tipping point in changing the narrative about design at Capital One and the lessons in bravery and sticking to one's values. Curiosity, respect, and gratitude towards the future of design are highlighted as well.
