One of the proudest elements of the expanding role of INDEX: today in the world of Design to Improve Life is our rich network of engaged, active thinkers and practitioners in the field.

From educators to innovators, entrepreneurs to industrialists, committed students to faithful fans, we are surrounded by the voices of key people, all looking to study, define and qualify where design is making a difference -- and how it might find even more pertinent value in future scenarios.

Here to help us in our mission of INDEXing Horizons are some of the leadership perspectives of our own INDEX: Jury members.

The purpose of our Expert Views section is to allow robust expression of concepts, respectful and energetic response, and ultimately dialogue, the kind designed by each participant to deepen and enhance the great debate of how to move great design closer to those who need it, providing solutions to the challenges of our world. Please read and enjoy!

		JOHN HESKETT  Design and the concept of creative industries
		ARNOLD WASSERMAN Design 2050
		HELLA JONGERIUS The role for national identity in design
		HAEL KOBAYASHI Sustainable design and design process
		MILTON TAN Sustainability and the value of national identity in design
		PONTUS WAHLGREN Design today and INDEX:'s place in it