UCDA Creative Summit 2025

Peter Donahue is a graphic designer, educator, and color theorist with a passion for making color science accessible. He is known for creating engaging video lessons on color perception, mixing, and harmony, earning him millions of views on TikTok and Instagram. Peter has consulted for major manufacturers, lectured for universities, and delivered keynotes on the intersection of design, education and color theory history. His work bridges historical systems with modern digital tools, helping designers refine their palettes with a deeper understanding of how color works. Peter is an active member of the Inter-Society Color Council’s Color Literacy Project, an international team of scientists, educators, and artists developing free resources for meta-disciplinary color education. He is also a full-time art and design instructor at a private school.

Reginé Gilbert is the James Weldon Johnson Professor at New York University, where she teaches and researches accessible and inclusive design. Her work connects digital accessibility, user experience, and emerging technologies in practical ways. She authored Inclusive Design for a Digital World: Designing with Accessibility in Mind (Apress Publishing) and is working on her next book Human Spatial Computing (Oxford University Press) with Doug North Cook. In her teaching and research, Gilbert focuses on making digital spaces work better for everyone, particularly in accessible design and immersive experiences. She brings a hands-on approach to creating digital environments that put users first, drawing from her experience in both teaching and practice to build more inclusive technological solutions.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Megan Roy is a digital illustrator & author with a unique ability to infuse personality and energy into her work. Her style is organic, layered, and textured, often balancing expressive and approachable elements that feel both imaginative and relatable. Her work is not just about creating art but also about connecting with people and creating accessible entry points for everyone to tap into their own creativity. By staying true to her inventive but approachable style, she aims to build a creative legacy that inspires others to embrace their own curiosity and imagination.

Jon Stapp is the Creative Director and Founder of atomicvibe design lab, a brand strategy and design studio specializing in crafting immersive brand experiences that tell cohesive, impactful stories. Jon helps businesses uncover and refine their voice while empowering them to communicate authentically and build meaningful connections with their audiences.

Over his career, Jon has developed strategic brands for a diverse range of clients across industries such as real estate, technology, sports, food and beverage, nonprofits, education, science, and public health. His approach blends creativity with strategic insight, ensuring every brand he develops stands out visually and creates lasting impact.

In addition to his studio work, Jon is a guest writer for UnderConsideration: Brand New, a platform dedicated to reviewing and critiquing the most noteworthy rebrands. Through these in-depth critiques, Brand New reveals trends in logo design, identity, and branding, serving as a critical resource for industry professionals.