COLIN BURNS - ASSOCIATE

Prior to his current role, Colin spent 10years at IDEO – the international innovation consultancy, famous for its user-centred, interdisciplinary approach. During this time, Colin worked in the UK, US and Europe and held various positions, including as Managing Director of IDEO London.

Colin is a pioneer in Transformation Design, a methodology that harnesses user-led creativity to create new strategic business and social value. He Has worked with clients in the public and private sectors, including Vodafone, Procter & Gamble, Egg, British Airways, the NHS, Nokia and the BBC and the Design Council. He is also a director of several innovative businesses including the public service transformation agency, participle, and a Perthshire fine foods retailer.

Colin is the visiting Professor of Innovation at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art in Dundee University and a consultant to Glasgow School of Art.