Being a creative isn’t just a job, a career, or a title. It’s an identity. It is something given and found in the wonder of the creative process. It's the power to bring emotion, action, and change in our minds and the world around us.
2025 Emphasis: Intentionality
Create with Purpose. Craft with Intent. Impact with Meaning.
Intentionality is at the heart of creativity — God’s creation and His call to co-labor in His kingdom reveal the beauty and purpose of design. At Created Conference 2025, we’ll explore what intentionality looks like in craft, how it shapes us as creators, impacts those we create for, and keeps us rooted in what matters most. Wherever you are on your creative journey, join us to connect with like-minded creatives, be inspired, and create with renewed purpose.
WHEN & WHERE
SCHEDULE
8:00 AM Doors Open
9:00 AM Welcome & Kickoff
9:15 AM Lightning Talk — Shane Huey
9:30 AM Lightning Talk — Lindsey Meredith
9:45 AM Lightning Talk — Doc Reed
10:00 AM Lightning Talk — Sean Moreno
10:15 AM Q&A — Morning Speakers
10:30 AM Break
10:45 AM AI Panel — Brandon Triola, Scott Crabtree, Jim Stevenson
11:15 AM Recap — Morning Session
11:30 AM Break & Networking Sessions
11:45 AM Workshops (Group A), Lunch (Group B)
1:00 PM Workshops (Group B), Lunch (Group A)
2:15 PM Welcome Back, Afternoon Session Kickoff
2:30 PM Lightning Talk — Scot Crabtree
2:45 PM Lightning Talk — Rose Xiong
3:00 PM Interview — Slagle Family
3:15 PM Q&A — Afternoon Speakers
3:30 PM Community Panel — Daniel Sinclair, Dominique Waters, Taylor Smith
4:00 PM Break
4:10 PM Keynote — Josh Emerick
5:10 PM Recap — Afternoon Session
5:15 PM Commissioning — Nick Nye
6:00 PM Afterparty — Olentangy River Brewing Company, 303 Green Meadows Drive South, Lewis Center, OH 43035
LOCATION
5970 Godown Rd
Columbus, OH 43235
2025 Conference Speakers
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2025 Conference Speakers •
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Josh Emrich
Designer & Illustrator. Emrich Office
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Betty Juang
Letterer, The Lettering Lounge
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Taylor Smith
Digital Marketing Director, Lifepoint Church
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Doc Reed
Designer & Illustrator, I am Reedicus
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Rebecca Faith
Owner & Lead Copywriter, Faith Editorial
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Scot Crabtree
Design fabricator, Crabtree Creative
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Jeremy Slagle
Designer & Illustrator, Slagle Design
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Daniel Sinclair
Hip Hop Artist
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Brandon Triola
Co-founder & CCO, Forrest Company
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Rosie Xiong
Videographer & Content Creator, Rosie Xiong
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Sean Moreno
Photographer, Wndrfully Made
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Lindsey Meredith
Brand Designer & Illustrator, Lindsey Meredith
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Nick Nye
Executive Director, For Columbus
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Dominique Waters
Founder, Akron Sneaker Academy
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Faith Slagle
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Caleb Slagle
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Shane Huey
Pastor, Cross & Crown Church
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Jim Stevenson
President & Co-founder, ICC
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Joe Deptowicz
Principal UX Designer, Cambium Learning
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Tyler Mitchell
Creative Team Lead, GP Creative
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Daniel Swartz
PRINTMAKER, HOOSIER TYPE CO.
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Michelle Chapin
MAKER, HUMBLE HANDS
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Matt Vojacek
ANIMATOR, MADE BY THINGS
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Jeremy Rosario
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Gerald Murphy
PASTOR, GARDEN CITY CHURCH
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Grant Smucker
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Leah Rachel
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James Graves
DESIGNER & ILLUSTRATOR, VISUAL JAMS
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Shane Tucker
NETWORK DIRECTOR, FOR COLUMBUS
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Jeremy Slagle
DESIGNER & ILLUSTRATOR, SLAGLE DESIGN
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Joe Deptowicz
UX DESIGNER, WINMORE COLUMBUS
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Ben Stafford
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Lorianne Kuntz
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Taelor Gray
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Ellen Foell
AUTHOR & WRITER
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Beth Stafford
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Jonathan Rooney
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Bethany Schweitzer
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Mike Marrah
Conference Tickets
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Conference Tickets •
Current students use code STUDENT at checkout for a 25% discount.
EARLY EARLY BIRD:
Through March 30
$25
The cheapest ticket! You know the date and that’s about it. Gain access to all speaker talks, events, and workshops.
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EARLY BIRD:
Through July 1
$40
This ticket type is for a lower priced ticket before general admission goes on sale. Gain access to all speaker talks, events, and workshops.
TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
GENERAL ADMISSION:
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$60
Our regular-priced ticket. The early bird gets the worm, but this works too. Gain access to all speaker talks, events, and workshops.
FAQ
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Lunch is not provided, but we do offer snacks, light breakfast, and refreshments like soda, water, and coffee throughout the day. Some of the parties also include dinner and finger foods. If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, we recommend planning ahead and bringing your own meals or snacks to ensure your needs are met.
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Yes, workshops are included in the ticket price.
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Yes. There is plenty of free parking available at the location.
