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Originally from New Zealand, my career spans fine art, fashion, and beauty, disciplines that have all shaped how I approach creative operations today. I’ve worked across global markets, blending creative strategy with production excellence to deliver meaningful brand experiences.

Dave is the Global Creative Director for Scotiabank and leads Lighthouse, Scotiabank’s In-House Agency. Lighthouse is a global team of Creatives, Designers, Studio Designers, and Account Managers that partner with marketers from across North and South America.

Before joining Scotia, Dave worked agency side at FCB/Six where he developed and launched Destination Pride and led the digital work for CIBC, one of Canada’s major banks. Dave has spent most of his career working on brands such as McDonalds, Coca-Cola, SickKids, Depuy, and Pfizer.

Jasmine Price is a certified AI strategist and operations leader who transforms complexity into opportunity by bridging people, technology, and strategy.

With a track record of driving operational transformation at Airbnb, Gap Inc., and Sephora LVMH, she specializes in elevating DesignOps from a supporting function to a strategic driver of business impact. Her expertise lies in removing friction, designing scalable frameworks, and enabling organizations to adapt with speed and clarity.

Courtney Cox is the Associate Director of Creative Operations at Blavity Inc, where she leads a team of designers to deliver high-impact digital content. With a background in media operations at Condé Nast and Pitchfork, she specializes in streamlining creative workflows, optimizing team efficiency, and bridging the gap between creativity and business needs. Courtney has successfully implemented scalable processes that enhance collaboration and drive results.