The video discusses the speaker's journey in design thinking, influenced by a colleague at Columbia University. It highlights the collaboration with a designer brand agency to rebrand the school and the introduction of co-design projects with students and real-world professionals. The formation of the non-profit 'Tools at Schools' is detailed, showcasing student involvement in designing market-ready products. The video emphasizes the importance of teaching design thinking and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset in students.

Who influenced the speaker in the field of design thinking?

• Tools at Schools

• Staples

• Eru

• Columbia University

What was the speaker's role at Columbia University?

• Teaching design thinking

• Rebranding the school

• Integrating new innovations into pedagogy

• Running a non-profit

What is the main focus of the co-design projects?

• Creating art pieces

• Developing market-ready products

• Writing research papers

• Organizing school events

What is the name of the non-profit formed by the speaker?

• Design for Schools

• Creative Minds

• Innovation Hub

• Tools at Schools

What additional skill do students gain from working on co-design projects?

• Public speaking

• Technical writing

• Entrepreneurial mindset

• Artistic skills