Timothy Young is an award-winning author, illustrator, toy designer, and creative director whose four-decade career has spanned publishing, entertainment, consumer products, and innovation. His work has contributed to beloved brands and organizations including The Jim Henson Company, The Simpsons, Burger King, Universal Studios, Disney, McDonald’s, Hasbro UK, Nickelodeon, Random House, Schiffer Publishing, and Walt Disney World.

From designing iconic toys and licensed products to creating bestselling children’s books and pop-up books, Timothy has built a career by transforming ideas into memorable experiences. Along the way, he has worked across animation, product design, illustration, storytelling, licensing, and creative leadership, proving that innovation often comes from connecting unexpected ideas.

Today, Timothy brings that same creative mindset to organizations through engaging workshops that help professionals rediscover curiosity, overcome creative blocks, and build confidence in their own problem-solving and innovation. Drawing on lessons from decades of bringing ideas to life for some of the world’s most recognizable brands, participants leave inspired with practical techniques for thinking more creatively in their work and everyday lives.