Chipp Con Speaker Feature: Justin Ahrens
Chipp Con is fast approaching, and we're excited to introduce you to Justin Ahrens, a creative leader who's revolutionizing design processes with AI while keeping humanity at the core of his work.
We're thrilled to feature Justin Ahrens as one of our incredible speakers for the upcoming Chipp Con 2025 in Fargo, North Dakota this July! Justin isn't just using AI as another tool in his creative arsenal. He's leveraging it as a second brain that powers his daily creative journey while keeping humanity and purpose at the core.
About Justin
With 30 years of experience as a brand marketing specialist, Justin has built his career on helping companies and leaders thrive through powerful brand strategies. As the President & Chief Creative Officer of Rule29 and Chief Creative Officer of O'Neil Printing, Justin champions a "Making Creative Matter®" approach. This unites creativity and strategy to deliver solutions that fuel success and inspire change.
Throughout his impressive career, Justin has:
Worked with clients ranging from pioneering startups and nonprofits to Fortune 50 companies
Been named a "Person to Watch" by GD:USA (twice!)
Served as a National Board Member of AIGA, playing a key role in the "Design For Good" initiative
Spoken at prestigious venues like TEDx and Adobe Max
Led Wheels4Water, providing clean water and sanitation training to over 20,000 Africans (recognized as a "world-changing idea" by Fast Company!)
Hosted the podcast "Design Of" and co-hosted "The Creative Shit Show"
Authored the book "Life Kerning" and created 19+ LinkedIn Learning courses
Justin's approach is rooted in the belief that making a meaningful impact is essential to successful leadership consulting, brand projects, and connections. Under his leadership, Rule29 has earned national and international recognition as a Certified B Corporation®, demonstrating the power of purpose-driven business.
Session Spotlight: Creativity x AI
At Chipp Con, Justin will present his session "Creativity x AI: How to Ideate, Design, and Deliver Faster Without Losing the Magic."
From design thinking to brand strategy, Justin will pull back the curtain on how Rule29 and O'Neil use AI to reimagine creative processes while keeping humanity at the center. You'll discover how his team has integrated AI across their workflow, from product ideation to messaging frameworks, creating faster, smarter deliverables that push creative boundaries.
What sets Justin's approach apart is his focus on practical application without sacrificing the human touch. He's built new services around AI capabilities, transforming how his team leads, thinks, and delivers value to clients. His appreciation for simplicity and powerful results, combined with his commitment to community and collaboration, makes this session a must-attend for creatives looking to enhance their workflow without losing their artistic soul.
Join Us at Chipp Con!
Event Details:
Dates: July 21-22, 2025
Location: Fargo, North Dakota
Ready to learn from Justin and other amazing speakers at Chipp Con? Don't miss this opportunity to discover how AI can transform your creative process while keeping your unique human perspective front and center.