Els Dragt

Els Dragt is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in trend research and education, currently serving as a Trend Trainer and Coach at Studio Elsewhere since June 2017. In addition to mentoring organizations in trend integration, Dragt collaborates as a Research Trainer at DesignThinkers Academy, offering masterclasses in user research and consumer trends. As an Ambassador for Teach the Future, Dragt promotes critical and creative thinking among students, and previously worked as a Speculative Research Trainer for the Next Nature Network. Academic roles include being a Lecturer in Trend Research at Fontys University from 2010 to 2018 and serving as a Senior Researcher at Youngworks. Dragt's educational background includes a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Twente and various professional development courses in facilitation, creativity, and communication.