Stephen Gates
Founder of CRZY design and strategy studio
Stephen is a renowned designer with a career spanning over two decades, working as a global design leader building world-class organizations that integrate research, data and behavioural science with human-centred design methods to drive a long-term vision and near-term business impact.
He founded his studio, CRZY, in 2022 to help companies find a new vision and purpose for their brands, digital experiences, creativity and existence. Stephen previously worked at InVision, Citi, Starwood Hotels, WW and McCann Erickson, building teams that created award-winning global advertising campaigns, multiple Fortune 100 brands and innovative digital experiences. His clients have included W Hotels, Disney, Acura, Old Navy and Subaru. He hosts an award-winning podcast, The Crazy One, an in-depth exploration of issues that matter to creatives, including leadership, creativity and career development. The 100+ episodes of the podcast have won multiple awards, including a 2020 Webby Award for Best Technology Podcast and a 5-star average review in every global iTunes Store.
