Talk & Presentation by Samaya Sinha, Ex-Disney, Hulu, Marvel, FX

In this talk we consider changes and shifts in tech, including the rise of AI, layoffs, the job market, and the current U.S. economy. We consider how the pandemic and tech innovation will change UX design and research practices at companies and how to be prepared for these changes by embracing a holistic, inter-disciplinary approach to design. This means considering business strategy first and foremost, along with tech/operations constraints and feasibility.

Talk & Presentation by Kristin Ferrari, Senior Product Designer

Neurodivergent designers bring unique perspectives and strengths that can fuel innovation and creativity in UX and product design. This talk explores how neurodivergence shapes the design process, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and how we can build more inclusive spaces in tech.

Talk & Presentation by Yasmine Nabi, UX Researcher at GE Aerospace

Join me in speaking through my journey of seeking a career transition from being a Store Manager at Starbucks into UX Research for large companies such as McKesson and GE Aerospace. I will be discussing and sharing my portfolio, interview, and networking tips that helped me land my first role in 3 months after completing the bootcamp.

Talk & Presentation by Andrea Maiato, Product Designer

Having worked in both fashion design and luxury retail, I've gained a comprehensive understanding of the fashion industry. I'll be presenting FLUID, an e-commerce platform designed to challenge the current binary fashion system, catering to the needs of gender non-conforming Gen Z.

Talk & Presentation by Velvet Lazo, UX Researcher

In my talk I will describe my journey starting from my experience as an educator and how that led me to want to find something else. I will discuss the deciding factors, remote work, better pay, growth opportunity, etc. I will share how I found out about Ideate Labs/ UX Woman and what ultimately led me to choose your program. I will then briefly share my experience of applying, resume edits, portfolio work, and how after 6 months of hard work I was able to land my first UX Researcher job.

Talk & Presentation by Valerie Wideroff, UX Lead at CVS

Valerie discusses the pivot from healthcare and service design into her current role bridging UX research, service design, and UX management at CVS. Learn how Valerie made the transition and rebranded herself based on her existing strengths and skillsets within the healthcare industry. Play to your strengths!

Talk & Presentation by Angelina Garcia, Senior Product Designer

Hear about my career journey from graphic design and print design, into QA and finally into UX with Ideate Labs/ UX Woman.