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Kevin Cantrell: Typographic Design

Kevin Cantrell is a master of lettering, typographic design, and branding, blending meticulous craftsmanship with powerful storytelling. As Founder and Creative Director of Kevin Cantrell Studio—now also Cantrell Type—he crafts custom typefaces, identities, packaging, and branded systems for clients like Nike, Bacardi, Princeton, UNICEF, National Geographic, and the Oscars. Known for his signature mix of elegant minimalism and intricate illustration, Kevin’s work has earned him accolades like ADC Young Gun 12, TDC Ascender, Print’s “20 Under 30,” and a Best in Typography honor from ADC The Type Directors Club.  Get caffeinated and tune in! Caffmorns.com [https://www.caffmorns.com/] Angry Bovine [https://bovine.work/] THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS TDA_Boulder [https://tdaboulder.com/] Buck Ross [https://buckross.com/] Coupe Studios [https://coupestudios.com/] Pro Photo Rental [https://www.prophotorental.com/] Snappy Little Numbers [https://www.snappylittlenumbers.com/] The Coffee Ride [https://thecoffeeride.com/] Month Of Modern [https://monthofmodern.com/] City of Boulder Office of Arts & Culture [https://bouldercolorado.gov/government/departments/office-arts-and-culture] Voodoo Doughnuts [https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/order-online/] The Zeal Group [https://www.zealgroup.co/] Boulder Arts Week [https://www.boulderartsweek.org/]

Amanda Lenz: Narrative Illustration

With over 15 years in design and illustration, Amanda Lenz's hand-crafted work brings warmth and clarity to every project. Her work includes a portrait of Oprah that graced the cover of Time's Magazine, the Colorado Welcome Center Map (10x7 feet!), countless stunning brand designs, and children's' book illustrations that will warm your heart. You won't want to miss hearing about her story, process, and what keeps her inspired. @lenzillustration on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lenzillustration/] Lenz Illustration & Design [https://www.lenzillustration.com/] Caffmorns.com [https://www.caffmorns.com/] Angry Bovine [https://bovine.work/] THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS TDA_Boulder [https://tdaboulder.com/] Buck Ross [https://buckross.com/] Coupe Studios [https://coupestudios.com/] Pro Photo Rental [https://www.prophotorental.com/] Snappy Little Numbers [https://www.snappylittlenumbers.com/] The Coffee Ride [https://thecoffeeride.com/] Month Of Modern [https://monthofmodern.com/] City of Boulder Office of Arts & Culture [https://bouldercolorado.gov/government/departments/office-arts-and-culture] Voodoo Doughnuts [https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/order-online/] The Zeal Group [https://www.zealgroup.co/] Boulder Arts Week [https://www.boulderartsweek.org/]

John Keiselhorst: Intuitive Disruption

GeezerCreative.com [https://www.geezercreative.com/] Welcome John Kieselhorst, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Geezer, a bold new agency challenging the outdated conventions of youth-obsessed marketing. Our discussion explores John’s creative career, his innovative approach to brand storytelling, and how he’s shifting the focus of advertising. With a rich background in design, advertising, and brand strategy, John has spent years shaping compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. At Geezer, he’s on a mission to redefine how brands engage with all audiences. His work is not just about marketing; it’s about rewriting the industry playbook to reflect real cultural and economic shifts. If you’re curious about how brands can stay relevant in a changing consumer landscape—and why the “goldmine” of 50+ consumers is the future of marketing—this conversation promises to be both eye-opening and inspiring. Get caffeinated and tune in! Caffmorns.com [https://www.caffmorns.com/] Angry Bovine [https://bovine.work/] THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS TDA_Boulder [https://tdaboulder.com/] Buck Ross [https://buckross.com/] Coupe Studios [https://coupestudios.com/] Pro Photo Rental [https://www.prophotorental.com/] Snappy Little Numbers [https://www.snappylittlenumbers.com/] The Coffee Ride [https://thecoffeeride.com/] Month Of Modern [https://monthofmodern.com/] City of Boulder Office of Arts & Culture [https://bouldercolorado.gov/government/departments/office-arts-and-culture] Voodoo Doughnuts [https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/order-online/] The Zeal Group [https://www.zealgroup.co/] Boulder Arts Week [https://www.boulderartsweek.org/]

Shun-Luoi Fong: Creative Sparring

asharedhumanity.com [https://asharedhumanity.com/] Welcome Shun-Luoi Fong, Founder & CEO of Forge. @shunluoifong is a multidisciplinary powerhouse who’s spent 25+ years helping leaders and organizations navigate high-stakes decisions through human-centered strategy, creativity, and collaboration. Whether he’s building brands, sparking innovation at CU Boulder, or creating meaningful communities, he leads with one mantra: Listen, learn, love, create. A trusted advisor, sparring partner, and all-around badass (seriously, someone called him that), Shun-Luoi brings a rare mix of killer strategy, tech-savvy, and soulful approachability. We’ll dive into what it means to shape the world as it ought to be—with heart, design, and purpose. Get caffeinated and tune in! Caffmorns.com [https://www.caffmorns.com/] Angry Bovine [https://bovine.work/] THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS TDA_Boulder [https://tdaboulder.com/] Buck Ross [https://buckross.com/] Coupe Studios [https://coupestudios.com/] Pro Photo Rental [https://www.prophotorental.com/] Snappy Little Numbers [https://www.snappylittlenumbers.com/] The Coffee Ride [https://thecoffeeride.com/] Month Of Modern [https://monthofmodern.com/] City of Boulder Office of Arts & Culture [https://bouldercolorado.gov/government/departments/office-arts-and-culture] Voodoo Doughnuts [https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/order-online/] The Zeal Group [https://www.zealgroup.co/] Boulder Arts Week [https://www.boulderartsweek.org/]

Tran Nguyen-Wills: Designing Community

TranWills [https://www.linkedin.com/in/trannguyenwills/] Welcome Tran Nguyen-Wills, a mother, wife, entrepreneur, founder, creative director, community builder—and now a dedicated public servant. She’s worn many hats, and her journey is a powerful blend of creativity, resilience, and service. Join us as she shares her story from the beginning to today: the lessons learned, the pivots made, and the deep “why” behind everything she does. You’ll leave inspired, grounded, and reminded of the impact one person can have when passion meets purpose. Get caffeinated and tune in! Caffmorns.com [https://www.caffmorns.com/] Angry Bovine [https://bovine.work/] THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS TDA_Boulder [https://tdaboulder.com/] Buck Ross [https://buckross.com/] Coupe Studios [https://coupestudios.com/] Pro Photo Rental [https://www.prophotorental.com/] Snappy Little Numbers [https://www.snappylittlenumbers.com/] The Coffee Ride [https://thecoffeeride.com/] Month Of Modern [https://monthofmodern.com/] City of Boulder Office of Arts & Culture [https://bouldercolorado.gov/government/departments/office-arts-and-culture] Voodoo Doughnuts [https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/order-online/] The Zeal Group [https://www.zealgroup.co/] Boulder Arts Week [https://www.boulderartsweek.org/]