Chris Conley’s teaching, research, and consulting is focused on a creative, multi-disciplinary approach to business innovation called Creative production. This way of working integrates research and design to create meaningfully differentiated products and services that drive business growth.

As a Professor at the Institute of Design, Chris has taught principles and methods of design & innovation to design and business students over the past 10 years. He is routinely rated as an outstanding instructor for his ability to relate advanced theories to professional practice. Chris is a regular contributor to design conferences and competitions worldwide and is the 2006 Chair of the IDEA/BusinessWeek Awards.