This week, we sit down with David Schwarz, the founder of HUSH, an innovative experience design studio. In a conversation that moves from the philosophical to the practical, we go deep into the challenges and opportunities for both clients and staff of working with a design studio with technology and innovation core, discuss the future of work and the state of sustainability in emerging tech, share thoughts some thoughts on the questionably popular term, ‘phygital’, and even get into a little parenting advice with David and Bobby. If you’ve ever been offered a ‘metaverse watch’ from a guy in a trenchcoat, you won’t want to miss this one. Connect with David Schwarz on LinkedIn! Moments to check out:  (6:23) The origins of HUSH as an interdisciplinary studio. (15:40) Delivering real value in a world of hype (22:58) Bringing your people along on an innovation journey (31:20) Designing experiences in the worlds of hybrid work and sustainable business Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn; Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: HUSH Studio “Phygital” definition Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com.  This episode of Barriers to Entry was produced and edited by Wize Grazette and Samantha Sager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices