Design Culture & Team Work | Brandon Dekker, M.S DBIA Cannon Design The Innovators

Empowering Innovation and Team Culture with Brandon Dekker of Cannon Design
This episode of the Innovators Radio Show and Podcast on KZSU Stanford features an interview with Brandon Dekker, a principal and office practice leader at Cannon Design, a living-centered global design firm.
The discussion explores Dekker's leadership philosophy, emphasizing team culture and the quote 'pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.' The conversation delves into Cannon Design's client relationship strategy, focusing on shared values and trust, and the importance of integrity, intent, capabilities, and results in building trustful relationships. Dekker highlights how technology advancements and project delivery methods have evolved in the design and building industry. The episode also touches on Cannon Design's commitment to sustainability, team culture's significance, and the impact of sports on Dekker's leadership approach. Public service announcements for CHOC Children's Hospital and Habitat for Humanity are included. The interview concludes with Dekker sharing his vision for elevating others through courageous design and actions.
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00:00 Welcome to the Innovators Radio Show and Podcast
00:35 Spotlight on Brandon Dekker and Cannon Design
01:30 The Philosophy of Team Culture and Trust
03:57 Client Relationships and Project Success Stories
09:57 The Evolution of Design and Building Industry
12:05 Sustainability and Innovation at Cannon Design
14:38 Personal Insights and Leadership Philosophy
17:24 Community Engagement and Final Thoughts