Donavan Robinson

Founder of Pop CoLab & Konekt

Founder of Pop CoLab & Konekt | Speaker | Red River Métis Entrepreneur | Play Advocate

I am a creative strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of Pop CoLab, a space dedicated to helping teams reconnect through creativity, curiosity, and play. With over 20 years of experience building businesses and teams across industries like retail, hospitality, and design, I have seen firsthand that the strongest cultures aren’t built on policies, they’re built on trust, self-awareness, and a willingness to play. Watching my kids play reminded me that play isn’t the opposite of work, it’s the foundation of meaningful work. That insight sparked a career shift to studying how play shapes creativity, belonging, and innovation in the workplace.