Oct 10, 2025
Should I Stay or Should I Go? A designer’s leap from full-time to independent
Diego Lopez RGD, One Fifty Three Brand Marketing
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Leaving the security of a full-time job to work for yourself is a big decision—and not always the right one for everyone. In this session, Diego will share his own experience of making the leap into independence. We’ll talk about how to know if freelancing or starting your own studio is right for you, what to put in place before you leave and how to set yourself up for success early on. The goal is to give you a clear picture of what it takes, and the confidence to decide if and when to make the jump yourself.
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Diego Lopez RGD
One Fifty Three Brand Marketing
With experience in research, brand strategy, copywriting and marketing, Diego Lopez RGD has spent the last decade helping brands of all sizes (from Porter Airlines, Manulife, Costco tobeloved local brands) find clarity and express authentically, so they can better connect with their audience.