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Individuals applied for the position
Perrett Laver undertook a global search across all major markets
Individuals were invited for interview representing 5+ nationalities
Design Academy Eindhoven (DAE) is an internationally renowned institute for art and design education, known for its critical, research-driven approach and strong focus on social relevance. In April 2025, Perrett Laver supported the search for a new Creative Director, following the upcoming departure of Joseph Grima after two terms.
The Creative Director, alongside the Director of Education, Research and Organisation, forms DAE’s Executive Board and is key to shaping the Academy’s artistic direction and strategic vision.
The appointed candidate, Dr Ramon Amaro, will begin in September 2025. A theorist and educator with a background in engineering, philosophy, and digital culture, Amaro brings an interdisciplinary perspective and community-focused approach to the role. As the new Creative Director of DAE, he envisions design as a profoundly social and philosophical act, emphasising its role in justice, agency, and inclusivity. His formal introduction will take place during the October Graduation Show.
I feel like my path has led to this moment, and I’m honoured to step into a place that shares a commitment to imagining what design can become.
Inclusive Process
The appointment of Dr Ramon Amaro followed an inclusive and participatory selection process — a first for the institution. Of the 9 individuals considered for this position, 6 were female and there was representation from over 5 countries.
Diverse Skillset
As a celebrated curator, theorist and educator, Dr Amaro brings a rare transdisciplinary perspective shaped by experience in engineering, policy development, sociology, philosophy of technology, visual studies and digital culture.
Growing Sector
The search process served as a valuable opportunity to broaden and deepen our network within the Dutch arts and culture sector.
Dr Emi Saliasi
Her senior level executive search experience includes Executive and Senior Academic and Administrative appointments in the Higher Education, Research and Innovation, Social Impact and Environment and Arts and Culture sectors. In addition, she has worked on multiple senior appointments in the intersection between academic organisations, arts and culture, and industry.
Emi holds a BSc in Psychology, an MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience from Utrecht University and a PhD in the Cognitive Neuroscience of Aging from the University of Groningen. Before joining Perrett Laver, Emi worked as a postdoc in Social Medicine at the VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam. Besides her academic commitments, she also represented the PhD community in Groningen and helped manage the communication platforms for a large conference.
Emi is fluent in English, Dutch & Albanian and speaks conversational Italian.
