David Berman (Canada)
Moderator

David Berman has over 25 years of experience in graphic design and communications and has worked extensively in the adaptation of printed materials for electronic distribution, including Web design and software interface development. As an author, expert speaker, designer, communications strategist, typographer and consultant, his professional work has brought him to over 20 countries in the past few years. His clients include IBM, the International Space Station, the Canadian government, the World Bank, and the Aga Khan Foundation. David's work includes award-winning projects in the application of plain language, custom typeface design, and the development of a system to republish the laws of Canada in plain writing and design. Since 1984, David has worked to establish a code of ethics that embraces social responsibility for graphic designers throughout Canada. The Society of Graphic Designers of Canada ratified his draft nationally in May 2000.