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In the applied creativity world, Doug is considered a genius. One of the quickest thinkers I’ve ever seen, he’s also a good listener, is very collaborative and has formidable marketing instincts.
Victoria Cliche
Executive Director
The Creative Education Foundation
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I marvel at Doug’s ability to see a situation in a totally different light, and with incredible insight and perception, come up with an idea that brings the room to a hush ... with everyone thinking ... "I wish I would/could come up with that idea, ‘cuz its so good."
Mary Ellyn Vicksta
Creative Innovation Pioneer
Kimberly Clark
Doug’s imaginative horsepower takes a backseat to no one, and I mean no one. If you're looking for big, new, bright ideas, Doug's your man.
Jonathan Vehar
Sr. Partner
New & Improved, LLC
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The first thing that you notice about Doug is that he is effortlessly and prolifically creative. He's also fun and humorous, so he energizes and inspires those around him. He has a deep understanding of everything from quantitative & qualitative research, market analysis, problem definition, facilitation design & execution, concept writing & testing and the development of new product introduction strategies. He also knows group dynamics and knows how to build productive teams. He does it all. Kathy Klingensmith
Director Innovation Visioning
Schwan Food Company
Doug’s work with us virtually changed the way our stakeholder team and volunteers work together.
His consultative manner put our people at ease. The guy is a treasure.
Bob Anthony
Executive Director
Adolescent Wellness
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Doug is spirited and exceptionally bright, with a highly developed sense of humor - a truly gifted marketing guru and an idea guy for any problem. Imagine a child's curiosity, blended with Rembrandt’s technique, Edison’s inventiveness and the wit of The Simpsons... that's Doug!
Mark Grabavoy Vice President of New Business Development
MODO
mark@modoexhibits
Doug Stevenson is an idea machine. He generates inspired ideas at a mind-boggling pace.
Jean Bystedt
Principal/Facilitator
To the Max
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Doug is truly one of the most creative and intelligent people I know, as well as one of the best writers and speakers around. Judi Lapinsohn
Owner
Judi Lapinsohn & Associates
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Doug is someone who brings such good energy, humor, creativity and motivation that, no matter what his role, you want him on your team.
Pamela Meyer
Owner
Meyer Creativity Associates
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LINKS
For more information about creativity education, training and information specific to CPS and Osborn-Parnes Creative Problem Solving philosophy & methodology, these sites are most helpful:
www.buffalostate.edu/centers/creativity
www.creativeeducationfoundation.org
www.cpsiconference.com
www.amcreativityassoc.org
This is a list of other creativity professionals with whom I have worked or collaborated. A stellar bunch, I highly recommend them too --
www.greggfraley.com
www.tothemax.net
www.creativitycoach.net
www.meyercreativity.com
To find out more about the new best-selling book by Stephen M. Shapiro, "Goal Free Living" (in which my interview appears) -- you can go to:
www.goalfree.com
Or visit www.amazon.com,
www.barnesandnoble.com or your local bookseller.
I have assisted in developing and designing board games and toys. A hilarious game called Hubbub(TM) is one of them. If you want to play, check out:
www.playhubbub.com
A great facility for ideation and innovation related resources in Chicago can be found by clicking to:
www.catalystranch.com
If you love humor, its relationship with creativity and well-being, this is a good site. I attend their conference:
www.humorproject.com
Some creative luminaries & "heavyweights" I recommend include:
Edward De Bono -- He gave us concepts such as "lateral thinking" and "the six hats of creativity":
www.edwdebono.com
Roger von Oech gave us the books, "A Whack on the Side of the Head" and "A Kick in the Seat of the Pants." If you or your organization need either of these, his site is worth checking out:
www.creativethink.com
Michael Gelb is a true Renaissance Man in the tradition of Da Vinci. He has written several books on Leonardo and on numerous other topics related to creativity. Find him at:
www.michaelgelb.com
Heidi Miller is a podcasting & Experiential Marketing presenter dynamo. Look for her podcast "Diary of a Shameless Self-Promoter". Find her at www.heidimillerpresents.com
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Doug’s Schedule
Florida Creativity Weekend
February 25-28 Sarasota, Florida
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The Exhibitor Show
March 27-31 Las Vegas, Nevada
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American Creativity Association
March 31-April 1 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
amcreativityassoc
Wisconsin Writer’s Institute
April 8-10 Madison, Wisconsin
dcs.wisc.edu/lsa
CREA
April 13-17 Sestri Levante, Italy
creaconference
Atlanta Creativity Exchange (ACE)
April 14-16 Kennesaw, Georgia
atlantacreativity
Expert to Expert (E2E)
May 15-18 Buffalo, New York
buffalostate.edu
Front End of Innovation
May 16-18 Boston, Massachusetts
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The Humor Project, Inc. Conference
June 10-12 Lake George, New York
HumorProject
Applied Improvisation Institute (AIN)
June 16-19 Baltimore, Maryland
appliedimprov.ning
CPSI (Creative Problem Solving Institute)
June 20-24 Atlanta, Georgia
cpsiconference
Creativity for your Calling: Engaging Your Aliveness
July 23-29 Feathered Pipe Ranch, Wyoming
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Mindcamp Toronto
September 8-11 Nobleton, ON CA
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Idea Festival
September 21-24 Louisville, Kentucky
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Creativity in Business
October 23 Washington, DC
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The Next Idea Creativity Conference
October TBD The Berkshires, New York
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