ABOUT ILADI
ABOUT ILADI
ILADI catalyzes collaborations within a network of creatives who are committed to the development of the art and design industries in Latin America and The Caribbean.
ILADI has identified three sectors that present constraints on the advance of the creative economy in the region: EDUCATION, given the limited academic offer in creative careers and the taboos that still shadow our society when choosing to study one of these careers; PRODUCTION, from the lack of production spaces, shortage of materials and resources, fluctuation in the availability of labor, among others; and ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP, due to the lack of guidance and training for creatives who are eager to propose innovative ideas and turn them into profitable businesses that inject the economy with job generation and market expansion.
DRIVING THE
ORANGE
ECONOMY
Working with ILADI has been an experience that has boosted my potential as a designer and entrepreneur. The coaching they offer is exclusive and customized to your brand. In my journey with ILADI, they have contributed to turning Ennai into a unique brand.
— Arianne Avalos
Mexico (@ennaioficial)
Working with Mariú Lacayo has helped me tremendously through the fashion curating process. She helped me connect my ideas, strategically merge my inspirations into my collections, and have a clearer idea of how to structure color palettes and patterns to create a perfect collection line.
— Jared Bermudez
Nicaragua (@jaredbermudezof)
Thinking outside the box is something that is cultivated but is very difficult. Part of the DesignED course is not only that, but about thinking and interacting with other cultures to create something that has never been seen before. DesignED has truly helped me and others to think outside the box, bring innovation, and, from an objective standpoint, be entrepreneurs.
— Leobardo Segura
Mexico (Student)
Education
Production
Entrepreneurship
For students
ILADI creates customized learning pathways and experiences for students interested in art and design. Our programs establish future entrepreneurs in the creative industry by setting them up for success.
For institutions
ILADI designs collaborations that serve as growth strategies for a conglomerate of universities, colleges, high schools, cultural centers, and government institutions.
For Brands
ILADI develops positioning strategies for industry platforms, emerging brands, and businesses by: promoting events, coaching, and curating innovative high-quality products to magnify Latin American entrepreneurs to the global stage.
For PROFESsIONALS
ILADI promotes continued education and international collaborations for designers, artists, and creatives. We help evolve their careers and implement new technologies and key industry trends.
200+
Brands
21+
Countries
25+
Years
Highlights
Introducing Akwa
ILADI believes in community. There is a strong and talented market in the art world in Latin America and The Caribbean. Hundreds of talented young painters need a pathway to showcase their work and the passion behind it. Paintings tell stories—the story behind the...
Meet Erick Monterrosa
Our history with Erick Monterrosa pre-dates ILADI. With individual collaborations with such a renowned Nicaraguan artist, we have watched Erick become a sublime figure in the world of international photography. His charisma, passion, and desire for societal change are...
The Development of ILADI
ILADI (Latin American Integration of Design and Innovation) was born in response to the call from the Inter-American Development Bank to promote the growth of the Orange Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean. The ILADI firm was recently launched with the task of...
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