Empathy, Strategy, and Soul: The Art of Creative Leadership with Vince Wanga

In this episode of Windowsill Chats, Margo is joined by the brilliant and multifaceted Vincent Wanga—an international design thought leader, award-winning creative executive, keynote speaker, and author of The Art of Direction. With a career spanning two decades, Vince has not only built brands but built pathways for creatives to rise into leadership, blending vision, empathy, and business acumen. Margo and Vince dive deep into the rarely talked about pivot from doing creative work to leading it—unpacking the realities behind creative direction and what it truly takes to thrive in high-impact leadership roles.   Margo and Vince discuss: What creative directors actually do—and why no one talks about it The soft skills that define strong leadership (spoiler: empathy leads the pack) Navigating the blurred line between creativity and strategy How to lead with integrity and inspiration in fast-paced, tech-forward industries Vince’s personal journey from designer to executive at a billion-dollar startup The importance of mentorship and representation in creative leadership How creatives can stay grounded in their artistry while scaling their careers Actionable tips from The Art of Direction for moving beyond individual contributor roles Why AI won’t replace the creative soul—but how we do need to adapt   Whether you’re a designer, artist, or creative professional wondering what’s next, this conversation will equip you with clarity, direction, and a renewed sense of purpose.   Connect with Vince: https://www.vincentwanga.com Book: The Art of Direction  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vincent-wanga   Connect with Margo: https://www.tantaustudio.com https://www.instagram.com/windowsillchats/ https://www.patreon.com/c/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry