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Duncan Wardle
A former creative executive, he inspires people to unleash their imagination in business and in life. With humor and vision, he encourages people to think outside the box and embrace innovation. His style radiates energy and demonstrates that creativity is the key to turning any challenge into an opportunity.
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Who is Duncan Wardle?
Duncan Wardle is a renowned innovation and creativity consultant, known worldwide for his ability to inspire companies and teams to think differently. With a 25-year career at The Walt Disney Company, where he served as Vice President of Innovation and Creativity, Wardle has distilled his vast experience into a practical method that helps organizations unlock their creative potential. His philosophy is based on the idea that creativity is not an innate gift, but a skill that anyone can learn and develop.
During his time at Disney, Wardle was responsible for driving innovation in areas as diverse as Imagineering, theme parks, and film studio operations. His role was to challenge the status quo and create an environment where the boldest ideas could flourish. Through this work, he developed a set of tools and methodologies applicable to any industry, from technology to finance. His approach focused on breaking down the mental barriers that often hinder creativity in corporate environments.
After leaving Disney, Duncan Wardle founded his own consulting firm, i5, through which he conducts workshops and gives lectures around the world. His sessions are known for their interactive and playful approach, which aims to challenge existing paradigms. His method is based on the concept of the “5 Magic Questions,” which invites participants to question their assumptions and look at the problem from a new perspective to find unexpected solutions.
Wardle is a highly sought-after speaker at corporate and technology events. His talks focus on the future of innovation and the need to foster a culture of creativity within companies. His message is clear: in a world changing at breakneck speed, the ability to innovate is not a luxury, but a necessity for survival. Duncan Wardle’s career is a reminder that creativity isn’t just for artists, but for anyone who wants to solve a problem in a more effective and original way.



