This week on the pod, while Bobby is away, Tess and Andrew hold down the fort and welcome a Global powerhouse in the world of trends. Patti Carpenter, the Global Trend Ambassador for Maison et Objet, joins us for a far-reaching conversation that touches on how metaverse and other emerging technologies are becoming trends, the pandemic's impact on the fashion and design industries, and her work in developing countries helping to create equity and opportunity through design. A conversation you won’t want to miss!
Connect with Patti Carpenter on LinkedIn!

Moments to check out: 
(00:00) Intro (04:24) How the pandemic disrupted Global trends (09:41) How technology is driving new trends in experiences and design (16:44) Artificial intelligence's impact on the world of IP and cultural credit (26:53) Patti's process to define a trend and the metaverse as a trend vs a fad (40:26) Patti's work with Aid to Artisans and Maison et Objet

Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn;

Bobby Bonett

Tessa Bain

Andrew Lane

References and resources:
Patti Carpenter / Carpenter + Co

Maison et Objet

TeamLab (Multi-sensory Exhibitions)

Aid to Artisans

Pantone

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