The Creative Power of Curiosity and Reinvention
What happens when a Boeing IT veteran becomes a full-time artist?
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, Catherine Ripley and Doug Seites sit down with Ted Loomis to explore his unique journey from aerospace to art. Ted shares how creativity, technology, and curiosity intersect to drive innovation and growth.
They discuss:
- How 17 years at Boeing IT shaped his creative process
- The connections between technology and art
- Why reinvention is vital for leaders and entrepreneurs
- The role of curiosity in career and personal growth
Chapters:
(00:00) Welcome to Symplicity Conversations
(00:52) Guest Intro: Ted Loomis, From Aerospace to Art
(03:15) Lessons From 17 Years at Boeing IT
(06:22) How Technology and Creativity Merge in Art
(10:19) Reinventing Yourself Through Creativity
(14:45) The Role of Curiosity in Growth
(18:52) Leadership Lessons from Reinvention
(22:36) Closing Thoughts: Innovation at the Intersection of Business and Art
(00:00) Welcome to Symplicity Conversations
(00:52) Guest Intro: Ted Loomis, From Aerospace to Art
(03:15) Lessons From 17 Years at Boeing IT
(06:22) How Technology and Creativity Merge in Art
(10:19) Reinventing Yourself Through Creativity
(14:45) The Role of Curiosity in Growth
(18:52) Leadership Lessons from Reinvention
(22:36) Closing Thoughts: Innovation at the Intersection of Business and Art
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Creators and Guests
Host
Catherine Ripley
Catherine Ripley founded Symplicity Communications in 2007 to help people avoid misleading sales practices during telecom purchases. By bringing respect, clarity and flexibility to the process, Symplicity Communications helps clients find peace of mind in a complex market. Her Midwestern values drive how she does business and selects the team that makes Symplicity special. Catherine possesses a great love for this industry and serves as a board member for Inforum Michigan’s TechnologyNEXT program for women in technology.
Guest
Doug Seites
Doug Seites is the Director of Marketing at Symplicity Communications and co-host of the "Symplicity Conversations" podcast. He brings a background in collegiate athletics and strategic marketing leadership.
Guest
Ted Loomis
Ted Loomis is a designer, writer, and artist, as well as a Lean leader, coach, and IT professional. Through his creative practice at casa35creative.com and 13+ years at Boeing in IT and process improvement, he blends technology, design, and leadership to ignite opportunities for individuals and teams.
