Consumer products or services created to encourage play, movement, or learning. Examples include toys, games, athletic equipment, athletic wear and accessories, outdoor gear and equipment.
Design Director, Tyler Gilbert Design
With over 20 years of design behind him, Tyler is an experienced industrial designer based in the Pacific Northwest. He’s passionate about creating engaging products and experiences that connect consumers with brands on a meaningful level. He’s worked within a number of categories, including consumer electronics, food and beverage containment, and the e-bike industry. He’s recently launched his own independent design studio.
Principal Designer, Anvil Studios
Greg Janky is the co-founder and principal industrial designer at Anvil Studios, Inc. Greg has established himself as a visionary in the field, bringing a wealth of expertise and a passion for design to each project he undertakes.
With a career spanning over twenty-five years, Greg has accumulated a diverse range of experiences in industrial design and physical user experience. He has worked on countless projects in a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, life science instruments, professional equipment, housewares, and fitness equipment. His designs have won multiple awards and have been featured in publications worldwide, solidifying his reputation as a leading industrial designer.
Anvil Studios focuses on helping clients bring elegant, thoughtful user experiences and beautifully manufacturable designs to market. As co-founder of Anvil Studios, Greg has been instrumental in building a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration. His leadership has contributed to the studio's success, guiding its talented team of designers in delivering world-class design solutions that exceed client expectations. His commitment to quality and attention to detail are evident in each of the studio's projects, inspiring clients and colleagues alike.
Prior to co-founding Anvil Studios in 2008, Greg spent 12 years designing for companies in various industries, including Precor, Starbucks, Nike, Tupperware, Eddie Bauer, Sonicare, and Trimble Navigations. He was responsible for each products’ success from initial concept through manufacturing both domestically and overseas. He holds 100+ design awards and 66 patents.