Founder
Sebastian Gier
DDX
Interviewing design and innovation leaders, and on stage at every edition.
Thursday, 16 September 2027 · San Diego, United States
Where design & innovation leaders meet.
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Sold out, every time
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Running since
People from these companies joined DDX globally
Until doors open
More than a conference
A whole day, designed around you.
From the first coffee to the conversations after the final session, every hour is planned — and the gaps between them are planned too.
The day
A day designed for you.
From the first coffee to the conversations after the final session, every part of it is built around ideas, connections and experiences.
Past speakers
A track record of bringing together the greatest minds.
Speakers from the last San Diego edition. The 2027 line-up is announced closer to the date.
Exclusive innovation & design leadership event
Product and design leaders exchange on the future of digital innovation.
Every edition is capped, so you leave having met the people you came for.
Two minutes
The DDX experience.
What a day actually looks like — the talks, the table talks, the people.
DDX in the press
“Designers, strategists and diverse thinkers come together to bridge the gap between groundbreaking tech and the heart of what truly matters: people.”
Paqui Lizana — Global Head of Technology Strategy, IKEA
What people posted afterwards
Straight from the feed.
Unprompted, from the people who were in the room.
Three tracks
Built around why you came.
The same three tracks in every city, so you can shape the day around what you actually need.
01 — Leadership & communication
Grow yourself and learn to lead new paths.
Keynotes and panels on leading design and product teams through change.
02 — Methodologies & process
Solve problems in a better and faster way.
Hands-on break-outs on research, process and the tooling that actually sticks.
03 — Inspiration & case studies
Discover destinations of innovation.
Work from global brands, growing startups and innovative consultancies.
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Secure your spot.
- Connect with peers and innovation experts
- Food, coffee and drinks throughout the day
- Talks, workshops and roundtables by invited speakers
Every DDX edition so far has sold out. Seats are capped on purpose.
Who runs the day
The team behind the event.
Co‑host
Scott Robinson
CEO, FreshForm
On stage in San Diego, and the person who keeps a panel honest.
Operations
Erëza Rexhepi
DDX
Everything from the badge in your hand to the room you walk into.
Questions
Before you book.
What is DDX San Diego?
DDX San Diego is a one-day conference on UX, product design, AI and digital innovation, held on Thursday, 16 September 2027 at Park & Market in San Diego, United States. It is one edition of the global DDX series, run by FastForward Global GmbH.
When and where does DDX San Diego take place?
DDX San Diego takes place on Thursday, 16 September 2027 at Park & Market, 1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101. It runs as a single full day.
Who should attend DDX San Diego?
DDX is built for UX and product designers, product managers and strategists, researchers, innovation professionals, design leaders and founders. Across editions, 53% of guests are senior or manager level, and juniors and students are kept in the mix on purpose.
How much is a ticket for DDX San Diego, and what does it include?
A ticket for DDX San Diego covers every talk, panel, workshop and table talk, plus food, coffee and drinks throughout the day.
What language is the conference in?
English. Every talk, session and workshop at DDX is held in English.
Do tickets for DDX San Diego sell out?
Every DDX edition so far has sold out. The cap is deliberate: the size of the room is what makes the conversations work, so seats are limited rather than scaled up.
Can I get a refund, or pass my ticket to a colleague?
Tickets are not refundable, but they are transferable. Write to office@fastforward.global with the booking details and the name of the person taking your place, and we will move the ticket over.
Where do I pick up my badge?
At the registration desk in the lobby of Park & Market, on the day of the event. Bring the booking confirmation; there is nothing to print in advance.
Is there an age requirement?
No. The programme and the setting suit any age, and students are part of the room by design.
Can I apply to speak at DDX San Diego?
Yes, and applications are open year-round. Submit your topic and a short outline at ddxconference.com/speak, or write to office@fastforward.global. A talk is 20 minutes on stage plus 10 minutes of questions; panels run 45 minutes, workshops 60 and table talks 30.
How can my company partner with DDX?
Partnership runs from booths and branding to hosting a table talk. The formats and what each one includes are at ddxconference.com/partner, or write to office@fastforward.global.
Can I volunteer at DDX?
Yes. Volunteers help run the day and attend the programme. Apply at ddxconference.com/join-volunteer or write to office@fastforward.global.
Venue
Park & Market
1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101
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