Duncan Wardle
Former Head of Innovation and Creativity for Disney
Former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, Duncan Wardle helped Imagineering, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, and Disney Parks create magical experiences for audiences worldwide. Now a global keynote speaker, he inspires organisations to think differently, spark disruptive ideas, and embed a culture of innovation through his unique approach to Design Thinking.
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Duncan Wardle is a former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, where he and his team helped Imagineering, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, and Disney Parks develop groundbreaking storylines and experiences for audiences worldwide.
Now a globally sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator, Duncan shares his unique approach to Design Thinking, helping organisations capture unlikely connections, spark fresh ideas, and embed a culture of innovation across teams. He delivers keynotes, workshops, and ideation forums, equipping companies with practical tools to drive creativity and disruptive thinking.
A multiple TEDx speaker and contributor to Fast Company, Forbes, and the Harvard Business Review, Duncan also teaches Innovation Masterclasses at Yale, the University of North Carolina, and the University of Florida. He holds an Honours MBA and Honours Doctorate from Edinburgh University and has received the Duke of Edinburgh Award from Queen Elizabeth, as well as the American Citizen of Choice Award at the White House in 2008.
Duncan’s presentations inspire individuals and organisations to think differently, challenge the status quo, and create extraordinary experiences through innovation and creativity.
