Will Toms: Building REC & Future Proofing the Creative Economy

Making Love & Designing The Future

Guest: Will Toms [website/Instagram/twitter]

In this premier episode of Making Love & Designing the Future, Jos Duncan Asé invites listeners into a rich conversation with visionary entrepreneur and Forbes 30 Under 30 member Will Toms. The Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer of REC Philly shares his insights into building communities and empowering local artists through innovative approaches, while also delving into pressing topics such as leadership, AI, and digital redlining. The episode explores the transformative power of design by way of personal growth, legacy, and the profound intersections of love and leadership. Join Jos Duncan Asé and Will Toms on a thought-provoking journey as they navigate the complexities of creativity, design, love, and the possibilities of the future.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

• The importance of participatory design and involving the community
• Algorithmic censorship and digital redlining in the media, tech, and journalism spaces
• Leadership, boundaries, and difficult conversations in a growing business

Production Team:

• Produced by Tezarah Wilkins
• Associate Producer: Journey Moses
• Mixing and Sound Design: Mike Love
• Music from Envato Elements
• Graphic Design: Jacqui Stallworth of 10.30 Designs LLC
• Executive Produced and Hosted by Jos Duncan Asé

Special Thanks to:

• REC Philly

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