Pattie Belle Hastings is an entrepreneur, innovative educator, experienced visual facilitator, and design thinker dedicated to transforming our relationship with technology. With a deep passion for human-centered design and digital well-being, Pattie Belle has devoted her career to empowering individuals, teams, and communities through creative and mindful solutions.
A Fulbright Scholar with extensive research experience in mobile technology and digital interaction from her work in Oslo, Norway, Pattie Belle combines rigorous academic insights with practical, real-world applications. She holds both a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Visual Art and Design, underscoring her creative and interdisciplinary approach.
Pattie Belle founded Mindful Marks, a consulting practice focused on Technology Detox, Design Thinking, and Innovation Sprints. She guides individuals and organizations to reclaim their time, attention, and energy from digital overload using her research-backed U.N.P.L.U.G. framework. Pattie Belle's unique approach integrates powerful visual planning techniques, fostering clarity, creativity, and strategic alignment beyond traditional methods.
Her workshops, retreats, and courses have positively impacted diverse audiences from corporate executives and educators to community leaders and students. Pattie Belle is a dynamic speaker and facilitator, known for her engaging storytelling, actionable insights, and warm, approachable style.
Pattie Belle is thrilled to share how the U.N.P.L.U.G. framework creates transformative digital wellness outcomes. Her presentation demonstrates how these technology detox practices can effectively enhance productivity, strengthen relationships, and foster healthier, more connected communities.