Becky Shankle launches Creativity Applied, LLC. September 2006
Creativity Applied LLC is an independent consulting firm specializing in results oriented problem solving across a wide variety of industries. Creativity Applied LLC is based in Raleigh, and aligned with Basadur Applied Creativity in Toronto.

Cheryl Gottschall featured in a Photo District News edu article. Fall 2006
Cheryl Gottschall writes about "getting the shot" in the PDNedu article
"What was your most cringe-worthy photography lesson?" (download PDF of Article)

Spark Con Press Release. July 24, 2006
Designbox Launches Spark Con, a Creativity Conference for the Triangle.

Becky Shankle works with Applied Creativity Center in Toronto. February–July 2006. Becky obtained certification as a facilitator with pending certification in training and integration of Applied Creativity. She trained directly with Dr. Min Basadur, creator and founder of the system. She works with individuals and groups who want to be empowered to actively change things in their professional lives. Becky is also leading the workshop development and sessions for SparkCon.

Aly Khalifa writes article for the Independent Weekly. May 24, 2006
Aly Khalifa writes about The Teastick in an article about local globalism, "Designed in Raleigh, Made in China?" for the Independent Weekly. This is the second article for the design-oriented article series by the Independent Weekly in collaboration with Designbox.

Peter Aufrichtig Kicks off Designbox Article Series. April 26, 2006
With his article, "Can you Patent a Hairdo?" Designboxer Peter Aufrichtig educates us on various forms of intellectual property protection using Chuck Woolery's hairdo as an example. A patent attorney in New York, Peter regularly demonstrates his creative talent through landmark patents. In this article he also shows off his ability to communicate simply and with humor. This article is the first of a monthly series by the Independent Weekly and Designbox to collaborate on design-oriented articles based on the various perspectives of the membership.

Aly Khalifa lectures at Industrial Design Conference in Atlanta. April 21, 2006
Aly Khalifa attended the IDSA Southern Chapter Conference in Atlanta to present how designers can embrace their community to create sustainable relationships. Khalifa also took part in a panel discussion focused on globalization and the impact designers can have on the changing nature of manufacturing.

Melissa Andron published in Innerchange Magazine. April 2006
In "LIVING GREEN: Consumption with a Conscience," Melissa writes this insightful article on how to "nourish your senses" through interior design.

Aly Khalifa lectures at Tasmeem Design Conference in Qatar. Feb 24, 2006
Aly and Beth Khalifa travelled to the prestigious Tasmeem Design Conference in Doha Qatar, where Aly gave a presentation entitled: "Empowering Community through Creativity." Khalifa shared the stage with top talent from around the world, including Bruce Mao, Stefan Sagmeister, Steve Badanes, Mario Gagliardi, and Saki Mafundikwa.

Designbox Celebrated at Indy Awards Luncheon. Feb 11, 2006
The membership of Designbox was honored to have shared recognition for their work along with a host of truly inspiring community leaders at the Independent Weekly's luncheon for Arts Awards and Citizen Awards receipients.

Francesca Talenti Takes Films on Southern Tour. Jan 31, 2006
Francesca Talenti will be on tour through the south to show and discuss her work. The series will feature the following films: "Poetry in Motion," "The Planets" "A Brief History of Voting," and "Dancing Dog."