Jeevak Badve
chief growth officer,
SundbergFerar Innovation Studio
Jeevak Badve is a globally recognized passionate storyteller with nearly three decades of experience at the intersection of design, technology, business, and human behavior. As Chief Growth Officer at SundbergFerar, est 1934—one of America’s longest-standing independent industrial design consultancies—Jeevak helps organizations turn human insight into products, experiences, and strategies that drive meaningful business growth.
An industrial designer by training and a business leader by experience, Jeevak holds a master’s in industrial design, a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, and an Executive MBA from Michigan State University. He is a Fellow of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA.org) and has held leadership and board roles within the design community.
For more than a decade, Jeevak has spoken internationally about design, innovation, mobility, and the intersection of human needs and business opportunity. Known for his infectious energy, curiosity, and ability to make complex ideas remarkably accessible, he combines provocative ideas with meaningful stories and real-world experiences.
Sessions
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27-Oct-2026Moderator
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27-Oct-2026From Vehicle to Experience: The Business Case for Human-Centered Design
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