the State of
black design
Still Tippin': Driving Forward Culture and Design
The State of Black Design Summit is back—this time with even more power, perspective, and purpose. In collaboration with AAGD PVAMU, Panthers G.A.M.E., and the Digital Media Arts Program, this year’s summit draws deeply from Houston’s creative DNA—where resilience meets rhythm and style meets substance.
1:30 – 1:40 PM : Vibe Check-in + D9 Roll Call
1:40 – 1:50 PM : A Hood Orchestra Moment
1:55 – 2:20 PM : 6ft / 7ft / 8ft | SoBD Showcase
2:35 – 3:20 PM : Virtual Activation Session: The Design Superpower: Strategy, Business, and Career Transference
3:25 - 4:10 PM : Virtual Activation Session: Afrospatialism: Reimagining the Black West
4:00 – 5:15 PM : Keynote + Panel | The Future of Design
5:15 – 5:45 PM : Closing + Black Joy | SoBD + PV Teams with NúBlack
conference
our mission
To create pathways, visibility, and equity for designers while inspiring innovation across industries.
what to expect
Keynote talks from design leaders and cultural innovators
Workshops with practical tools and strategies
A career fair connecting talent with top companies
Networking with a national community of designers, educators, and recruiters
our reach
Since its launch, the State of Black Design has connected thousands of creatives, sparked collaborations across industries, and inspired students to pursue design careers.
Community
who should attend
Designers, students, educators, recruiters, community leaders, and anyone who believes design can drive culture, equity, and innovation.
get involved
Spread the word: Share our events with your network.
Join us: Be part of a movement that’s bigger than any single discipline.
“The SoBD conference has not only been an inspiration, but a breath of fresh air for the design field in today’s chaotic world. Thank you to everyone working behind the scenes and continuing to push forward”
— Jamil Ford, SOBD attendee
“We don’t just host a conference, we create a sanctuary where designers, allies, and advocates come together to share, affirm, and imagine what’s possible.”
— Omari Souza, Founder of State of Black Design and Assistant Professor
