Paul Rowan, co-founder of Umbra, is a visionary designer and business leader with over 40 years of innovation experience. His work has generated millions in annual revenue, earned international acclaim, and is showcased in museums worldwide.
Paul Rowan, co-founder of Umbra, is a visionary designer and business leader with over 40 years of innovation experience. His work has generated millions in annual revenue, earned international acclaim, and is showcased in museums worldwide.











Speaking
Knowledge Sharing
After a remarkable career spanning decades, Paul now devotes his time to inspiring others through knowledge-sharing. From workshops and panels to lectures, he brings a wealth of insight wherever he goes.

Consulting
Moving Markets & Minds
Paul has played a pivotal role as a board member and advisor to several startups and companies, guiding them through growth, innovation, and successful 9-figure exits. He has also advised and collaborated with the world’s best design schools, resulting in millions in royalties for student designers and institutions, many of whom have launched successful careers
Paul Rowan’s impact
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Years in Design
Innovation, and leadership blending purpose with product to shape a timeless global brand.
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Years in Design
Innovation, and leadership blending purpose with product to shape a timeless global brand.
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Products Designed
across categories during Paul’s time at Umbra many of which became global design staples.
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Products Designed
across categories during Paul’s time at Umbra many of which became global design staples.
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Talks Delivered
To institutions, students, and creative leaders across the world fueling the next wave of design thinking.
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Talks Delivered
To institutions, students, and creative leaders across the world fueling the next wave of design thinking.
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Companies & Teams Advised
guiding founders, startups, and institutions through design led transformation.
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Companies & Teams Advised
guiding founders, startups, and institutions through design led transformation.
Paul Rowan, co-founder of Umbra, is a visionary designer and business leader with over 40 years of innovation experience. His work has generated millions in annual revenue, earned international acclaim, and is showcased in museums worldwide.






Speaking
Knowledge Sharing
After a remarkable career spanning decades, Paul now devotes his time to inspiring others through knowledge-sharing. From workshops and panels to lectures, he brings a wealth of insight wherever he goes.

Consulting
Moving Markets & Minds
Paul has played a pivotal role as a board member and advisor to several startups and companies, guiding them through growth, innovation, and successful 9-figure exits. He has also advised and collaborated with the world’s best design schools, resulting in millions in royalties for student designers and institutions, many of whom have launched successful careers
Paul Rowan’s impact
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Years in Design
Innovation, and leadership blending purpose with product to shape a timeless global brand.
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Products Designed
across categories during Paul’s time at Umbra many of which became global design staples.
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Talks Delivered
To institutions, students, and creative leaders across the world fueling the next wave of design thinking.
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Companies & Teams Advised
guiding founders, startups, and institutions through design led transformation.
©2025
Made By Chrysalis.
Paul Rowan, co-founder of Umbra, is a visionary designer and business leader with over 40 years of innovation experience. His work has generated millions in annual revenue, earned international acclaim, and is showcased in museums worldwide.






Speaking
Knowledge Sharing
After a remarkable career spanning decades, Paul now devotes his time to inspiring others through knowledge-sharing. From workshops and panels to lectures, he brings a wealth of insight wherever he goes.

Consulting
Moving Markets & Minds
Paul has played a pivotal role as a board member and advisor to several startups and companies, guiding them through growth, innovation, and successful 9-figure exits. He has also advised and collaborated with the world’s best design schools, resulting in millions in royalties for student designers and institutions, many of whom have launched successful careers
Paul Rowan’s impact
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Years in Design
Innovation, and leadership blending purpose with product to shape a timeless global brand.
0+
0+
Products Designed
across categories during Paul’s time at Umbra many of which became global design staples.
0+
0+
Talks Delivered
To institutions, students, and creative leaders across the world fueling the next wave of design thinking.
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0+
Companies & Teams Advised
guiding founders, startups, and institutions through design led transformation.
©2025
Made By Chrysalis.