Bill Gatewood

1. What inspired you to become a mentor for the Flag 2021 competition?
I wanted to inspire young designers to apply their creativity to a real-world project.

2. Through this experience what did you learn from your student, and what did you hope to impart upon your student?
I learned that my students have what it takes to be successful designers. I hoped to impart on them the value of being open to input and to fully explore their ideas.
3. Tell us about a favorite memory you have working with your student(s).
My favorite memory is of my students taking the initiative and reworking their ideas on their own.