Donna Piacenza is a creator of thoughtful things and a tinkerer at heart. With an award-winning portfolio spanning housewares, furniture, and handheld electronics, she bridges the gap between artistic inspiration and market reality.

Driven by an innate entrepreneurial spirit, she founded Donna Piacenza Creative, where she collaborates with major retailers like Target and CB2 to bring inspired products to life. As an industry leader, Donna has spearheaded innovation for global brands including Apple, Motorola, Fiskars, and Coca-Cola.

Her process is grounded in empathy and environmental stewardship, resulting in elegant solutions that endure. A lifelong learner and mentor, Donna draws on her extensive experience to solve complex problems, foster creative cultures, and champion forward-thinking strategies.

Career Highlights:

15 U.S. Patents, Awarded for Innovation

IDEA Jury 2021 & 2022

Industrial Design Excellence Awards, IDEA Bronze

CES Innovation Awards

AIGA 365 Annual Design Review

Chicago Atheneum Good Design Awards