{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"This is HCD: Human-Centred Design, UX & Service Design","title":"Scaling Design Talent with Sara Fortier","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/9235a3ff\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2614,"description":"From solo consultant to scaling a design talent powerhouse—Sara Fortier (CEO of Outwitly) reveals what it really takes to grow, hire, and thrive in today’s design economy. Whether you’re a designer eyeing contracting or a leader scaling teams, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.\nIn this episode, Gerry Scullion speaks with Sara Fortier, CEO and founder of Outwitly, about her journey from being a hands-on designer to leading a 20+ person team and connecting contractors with organisations across North America.\nSara shares lessons on contracting, client relationships, hiring, leadership growth, and how AI is reshaping the design industry. If you’re a designer considering contracting, or a leader thinking about scaling your practice, this conversation is full of insights.\nPreorder Design Research Mastery:\nhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Design-Research-Mastery-Buy-Products/dp/9063699549\nLearn more about Outwitly - Your Trusted UX Partners ™ for building high-impact teams.\nhttp://outwitly.com/\nConnect with Sara Fortier on LinkedIn\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sarafortier/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/bbSCGWBz3zqqO7AXkOaFNw5evUGWqKe1HOhqXak5-nM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iZTdi/ZjAyODc0MDkwNjM4/OTdhY2FjZTI1ODY1/M2ZiOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}