creativity & innovation
confidently navigating fluid times
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Meet AMC
Creative Orange Studio
Innovation Guide
An early fascination with materials and colour sparked my career in textiles for interiors and fashion that has spanned 30 years. I have a unique perspective, forged through roles as a scientist, designer, developer and technologist, working at all levels of the supply chain from manufacturing to retail.
As well as being based in the UK & USA working for companies including Interface, Target and Marks and Spencer, I have travelled all over the world working with regional teams and suppliers.
Lately I’ve augmented my practical experience of innovation in the field with an MA Innovation Management (Distinction) from Central Saint Martins in London. I lecture about innovation, business and sustainable development at Ravensbourne University and University of Creative Arts.
A certified facilitator, a member of the Textile Institute and a fellow of Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA).
curious experimenter
maker & thinker
the weaving poet
big fan of care
lover of the colour orange
facilitator
lifelong learner & lecturer
researcher & writer
owns so many books
obsessed by maps
multi, trans & inter-disciplinary
photographer
collaborator
let's make that in Lego®
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Photo Credit: S J Newton
What is an innovation guide anyway?
guide (n.) mid-14c., "one who shows the way,"
(online etymology dictionary)
Think Sherpas in the Himalayas, Maria whose knowledge about 16th century renaissance painting blew you away on that unforgettable tour of the Vatican, or Ellis who had you in stitches on that open top bus trip around London, and now you can't pass a certain station without singing that Abba song in your head.
A guide is someone who goes with you on a journey, they can share their knowledge, but much more they give you the confidence to go somewhere you haven't been before, they can show you the way. A guide has exploration skills which enable them to make sure you are OK, and on the way you will learn something and have a laugh too.
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It's the same with an innovation guide. I will go with you on your innovation journey whether that is for a few hours, a few days or a longer expedition. Equipped with skills honed over many years, I will take care of you.
Along the way we will explore,discover and laugh together!
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