Rachel Gogel
Independent Design Executive & Educator
Rachel Gogel
OCT 01 • 3:45 - 4:30 PM
St. Lawrence Centre — Bluma Appel Theatre
Unlike traditional freelancing, this emerging model enables seasoned practitioners to drive strategic impact across multiple organizations while designing careers on their own terms. Discover how this movement is reshaping our industry, proving there are many paths to “success” beyond conventional corporate structures. The talk introduces practical frameworks for evaluating your career path, including the Ikigai model for finding work that aligns with your passions, skills, market needs and financial goals. You’ll also gain core insights for claiming agency over your career, covering relationship building, compassionate leadership and personal investment techniques that unlock human potential.
