about

shafiq haddad cmf design director creative strategy

I don’t just track where culture is—I map where it’s going. With over 16 years at the forefront of innovation, I operate as a design futurist and pattern mapper. I specialize in identifying the convergence of global signals—across culture, sport, and technology—and distilling them into actionable, long-term design strategies. By mapping these emerging patterns, I create the clarity and distinction brands need to lead the market rather than react to it.

Defining the next generation of product. I lead the strategic vision for brand evolution, architecting the CMF frameworks and scalable systems that define a brand’s physical identity. I am frequently brought in as a catalyst for change—clarifying product direction and balancing high-level elevation with commercial reality. My goal is to build cohesive, insight-driven identities that translate across global categories, from technical performance and consumer products to mass-market lifestyle.

Architecting ecosystems, not just individual items. As a specialist in color systems and material innovation, I bridge footwear, apparel, and consumer products to build a consistent brand language. I thrive on unifying design, marketing, and merchandising partners around a singular vision, ensuring that creative direction resonates with consumers while aggressively supporting business goals. This holistic approach ensures the CMF strategy serves as a connective tissue across the entire product portfolio.

Design through the lens of a hybrid athlete. An athlete’s mindset fuels my leadership. Whether I’m at the gym, on a ski slope, a tennis court, or a hiking trail, I am constantly observing how people move and interact with the world. This "avid explorer" perspective allows me to design with the human experience at the center—building products that inspire people to move, explore, and show up as their best.

Bridging Business and Design. I hold dual degrees in Business Marketing and Fashion Design and remain committed to mentoring emerging creatives and shaping the future of design communities. I believe in elevating others and building the products that define a brand’s legacy.

Let’s connect and build what’s next together.