David Cogswell
About David Cogswell
David Cogswell is a Design Director at IDEO, where he leads multi-disciplinary design teams to create humane products and services. He has a diverse career background, transitioning from opera singing to roles in education, strategy consulting, and design leadership.
Current Role as Design Director
David Cogswell currently holds the position of Design Director at IDEO, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he leads multi-disciplinary design teams focused on creating humane products and services. His leadership in design emphasizes a collaborative approach, integrating various perspectives to enhance the design process.
Experience at IDEO
David Cogswell has held multiple positions at IDEO. He worked as a Principal Business Designer from 2018 to 2019 and later served as Business Design Lead in 2020 for 11 months. In 2021, he took on the role of Senior Business Design Lead for six months. His tenure at IDEO reflects a commitment to business design and strategy within a design-centric environment.
Consulting Background at Monitor Deloitte
Prior to his roles at IDEO, David Cogswell worked at Monitor Deloitte as a Senior Consultant in Strategy & Social Impact from 2013 to 2016. His work in this capacity involved strategic consulting, focusing on social impact initiatives. This experience contributed to his understanding of the intersection between business strategy and social responsibility.
Educational Background
David Cogswell earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern California, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 2016 to 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in business design and strategy.
Diverse Career Path
David Cogswell has a diverse career background that includes roles in education, strategy consulting, and design leadership. Before transitioning to design and business strategy, he worked as a High School Government/Civics Teacher at Princeton in Asia in Singapore from 2010 to 2012. This varied experience has informed his approach to design and leadership in the business context.