David Kelley

David Kelley is an American engineer and entrepreneur known for founding thed National Instruments company and the design firm IDEO. He played a key role in advancing human-centered design, emphasizing creativity and innovation in product development. Kelley also co-founded the Stanford d.school, a campus hub that encourages creative problem-solving across disciplines. His work promotes thinking differently to develop effective and user-friendly solutions, blending engineering with design thinking principles. Overall, he is recognized for fostering innovative approaches that enhance product design and problem-solving across industries.