Duncan Paul
Nyon
Summary
Design Leader with extensive experience of building brands and cultivating talent. Proven expertise in championing human-centered design inside complex organizations and leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Strong ability to cultivate relationships that enhance collaboration to deliver brand excellence and novel innovation to achieve business goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Hello Creativity!
Geneve
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained long-term strategic client partnerships including Procter&Gamble, Pernod Ricard, Reckitt, & Global YMCA.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to obtain backing and investment for projects.
- Utilized strong communication and problem-resolution abilities to build effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
- Coordinated efforts of diverse groups to deliver on tough business challenges using design thinking and effective facilitation.
Vice President (consultant)
SGS Co
Geneve
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Global Lead for the design adaptation and delivery of brand assets for Procter & Gamble's Global Fabric & Home Care business (EMEA, NA, LA, APAC).
- Advised senior leaders on approaches for accelerating design to print, and resolving complex issues impacting operations (process, technology adoption, and forecasting).
- Cultivated strong working relationships with three creative studios to ensure consistent, on-time, on-cost, and on-quality delivery to client teams.
- Implemented strategies to improve KPIs, successfully winning 2 contract renewals for SGSCo.
Senior Director, Design
Procter & Gamble SARL
Geneve
03.2009 - 09.2016
- Accountable for developing effective design solutions across brand identity, packaging, and retail for a portfolio of iconic fragrance brands, including GUCCI, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Alexander McQueen, and James Bond.
- Trained teams on working effectively with fashion houses as brand guardians.
- Effectively collaborated with diverse, cross-functional teams (Marketing, R&D, and Finance) to create conditions for great design, including championing iconic branding and big ideas.
- Documented design workflows in order to improve efficiency and aid integration with COTY.
- Led an internship program designed to support and enlarge staffing capabilities, which led to +9 FTEs.
- Strengthened relationships with design agencies by organizing regional Design Summits.
Senior Director
Procter & Gamble
Cincinnati
02.2003 - 02.2009
- Led design and innovation efforts across P&G's new business, Beauty Care, and Oral Care on brands including Oral-B and Olay.
- Converted category master plans and marketing objectives into winning brand identity and packaging strategies.
- Managed the budget, resources, and personnel within the Design team.
- Worked with Rotman School of Business and Stanford D School to integrate design thinking into corporate culture.
Design Manager
Procter & Gamble
Brussels
04.1995 - 12.2002
- Delivered successful package design for well-known brands such as Ariel, Lenor, and Swiffer.
- Collaborated with diverse departments, including Marketing, R&D, Product Supply, and Finance, to create desirable, feasible, and viable designs.
- Collaborated with agency partners to achieve the best work.
- Responsible for growing and nurturing a global design team of eight.
Education
Master of Arts - Design
Royal College of Art
London06-1989
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Central St. Martins
London 06-1987
Skills
- Design Thinking
- Brand Identity
- Brand Strategy
- Design Strategy
Timeline
Director
Hello Creativity!
01.2023 - Current
Vice President (consultant)
SGS Co
01.2018 - 09.2021
Senior Director, Design
Procter & Gamble SARL
03.2009 - 09.2016
Senior Director
Procter & Gamble
02.2003 - 02.2009
Design Manager
Procter & Gamble
04.1995 - 12.2002
Master of Arts - Design
Royal College of Art
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Central St. Martins
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