The Thrive Designer

The Thrive Designer aims to empower organizations and individuals by fostering the resilience needed to thrive in dynamic environments. The concept of "thriving," derived from the Old Norse word meaning “to grasp to oneself,” suggests a robust, well-anchored foundation—whether for an individual or an organization. The Thrive Designer assists clients in establishing a solid base that functions as both a guiding compass for progress and a stable anchor in times of adversity and change. This approach to thriving is underpinned by the THRIVE Design Principles: Trust, Human-centeredness, Responsiveness, Incremental growth, Values-Driven action, and Empowerment. By nurturing these pillars, The Thrive Designer enables organizations to achieve mission-driven results while fostering healthy, authentic, diverse, and human-centered workplaces. Our CEO, Alison Smith is an author, speaker, and coach dedicated to empowering leaders to build unshakeable resilience, foster deep-rooted confidence, and create meaningful impact by aligning their actions with their core vision and values. She helps her clients to leverage the power of small acts of resilience to design thriving personal and professional lives. Her work has been featured in various publications, and her book, “Drawing Your Line: Setting Boundaries Step by Step”, guides many to healthier living. Outside of work, she enjoys a good book with a glass of wine and spending time with her husband and two kids.