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Dyslexic Design Thinking

Our initiative exploring the power of the dyslexic mindset and neurodiversity.

Dyslexic Dictionary

A reference source containing interpretations of words and phrases as seen through the lens of dyslexia

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Dyslexic Design Thinking

Gil Gershoni explores the benefits of applying the dyslexic mindset to creative problem-solving

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The Bigger Picture With Amazing Dyslexics

Conversations on divergent thinking across industries

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San Francisco Magazine Party

Gershoni Creative and San Francisco magazine celebrate the city’s most stylish individuals

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Embracing Dyslexia? It’s as Easy as 1, 3, 2.

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What is Dyslexic Design Thinking?

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Graphic Content

An exclusive salon series for Bay Area designers, co-presented with AIGA SF

Fourteen people posing for a photo in Gershoni's Dome for the Graphic Content salon series, co-hosted by AIGA SF.

No Show

A salon series bringing together thought-leaders to spark fresh perspectives

A saturated red photograph of the snack table from No Show: Nourishment salon. Each reads, "Unwrap nourishment."

First:Person Series

Amy Gershoni puts her ear to the street to find out what people think about issues related to design

A white card reads, "Which color is more energetic?" Below are 3 circles in red, yellow and blue.

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The Power of Visualizing as a Tool for Creativity

An abstract collage of colorful shapes, black ink and Gil Gershoni's face, representing the process of visualization.

South By Southwest

Gil Gershoni and April Durrett introduce Austin's annual conference to Dyslexic Design Thinking

Portrait of Gil Gershoni and April Durrett for their lecture on Dyslexic Design Thinking at South By Southwest.

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Solve Team Work-From-Home Stress with Dyslexic Design Thinking

Screenshot of 4 Gershoni team members holding random objects to the camera as part of the Creative Intervention series.

Quarantunes

Hear what it sounds like when our studio shelters in your place

Screengrab from an AdForm interview with Amy Gershoni. She has short, dark hair and red lipstick.

The Dyslexic Experience Salon

A salon series dedicated to the unique advantages of the dyslexic mindset

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I Was Always Told My Dyslexia Was a Disability. Then I Developed a Relationship With It.

Wall in the offices of Gershoni Creative covered in papers that read, "i am me!" "read between the clues" and "fuck feelings.

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How Leading With Neurodiversity Improves the Workplace Dance

A pile of polaroid photos stacked on top of one another showing the Gershoni team in various states of work and play.

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The Truth About Big-Picture Thinkers

Distorted photograph of Gil Gershoni taken in a mirror.

Getty Images + Wired Brand Lab

An interactive conversation exploring the future of the image

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California College of the Arts

Neurodiversity: Dyslexia, Art and Robots

Banner for Gil Gershoni's lecture, Neurodiversity: Dyslexia, Art and Robots, with UC Berkeley professor Ken Goldberg.

Toast & Jam

An evening of music, wine & damn-fine folk

A woman in a black dress with a pattern of peaches sings alongside a big brass band.

Talking While High

A conversation series exploring topics of artistic and social importance

A light-skinned hands holds a handful of buttons with affirmations like, "Being present" and "Connecting things."

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Dyslexic Entrepreneurs Are Successful By Any Measure. It's All in the Way We Think.

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AdForum

Amy Gershoni & How to Inspire the Next Gen of Female Leaders

Screengrab from an AdForm interview with Amy Gershoni. She has short, dark hair and red lipstick.

From Disability to Disruption

A new approach to design for UC Berkeley Engineering

Gil Gershoni giving a lecture to a group of UC Berkeley Engineering students. He is wearing a blue suit jacket and jeans.

The Bold Italic

Magazine launch party and pop-up shop

A person in a pink and green bird costume poses in a dark room for the launch of the Bold Italic.

SF Design Week

An Evening of Wine, Dyslexic Design Thinking and a Tour of Gershoni Creative

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Gershoni Creative Co-Founder Gil Gershoni Talks Culture & Success

Screengrab from an AdForm interview with Gil Gershoni. He is wearing a dark suit and eyeglasses.