Becoming a Designpreneur Part 5

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 6:00 PM (Virtual)
Hosted by John Arnott with Caterina Rizzoni, featuring Peter Ragonetti

Join us for Part 5 of the Designpreneur series — a monthly exploration of how designers transform ideas into businesses.

Hosted by John Arnott, with Caterina Rizzoni, Part 5 features Peter Ragonetti, an Industrial Designer, educator, and consultant based in Brooklyn. With more than 20 years of experience across consumer electronics, wearable tech, pet products, and lifestyle goods, Peter’s passion is helping startups bring their visions to life.

As founder of PTR Design LLC, he’s worked with clients ranging from Toyota and Colgate to groundbreaking startups like EAROS and Tarform Motorcycles. Beyond consulting, Peter is a Professor of Industrial Design at Pratt Institute, where he founded the Design Entrepreneurship Minor to prepare students for creative leadership. He is also pursuing his MBA at Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business.

Register here! Zoom link provided upon registration.

Whether you’re a designer seeking to launch your own venture, or simply curious about the crossroads of creativity and business, this event will inspire and equip you with insights to thrive as a Designpreneur.