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Layne Braunstein
Experience Practice Leader | Creative
Layne Braunstein
Experience Practice Leader | Creative
Layne is a Creative Leader at ESI Design, where he helps set the conceptual vision for projects and guide teams from strategy through production. A 7× Cannes Lions and 2× Clio-winning creative, Layne is known for his work in immersive environments and brand experiences.
Prior, Layne was Founder and CCO of the award-winning agency Fake Love, later acquired by The New York Times. Over his 25+ year career, he’s led experiential work for Google, Nike, Coke, Star Wars and more. Layne has spoken at events like Cannes Lions, TEDx and Adobe 99U and has been featured in publications including Wired, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Communication Arts, IdN and Adweek.
He lives in Brooklyn with his wife, son and two dogs—and is an unapologetic fan of sci-fi, indie games and avant-garde art.