Let's Meet Up Virtually: UX Research Meetup & Event Guide April 2024

"If you're interested in broadening your user research skills or seeking job opportunities in social impact, this event is for you.

Whether you're considering how to align your personal values with your research role or thinking about transitioning into the purpose-driven, social impact, or non-profit sectors, we've created this gathering with your goals in mind."

"Did you know? A substantial amount of research data remains unanalyzed, limiting your research from reaching its full potential to inform and improve.

Bridge the gap between data and insights with our "Introduction to Analyzing Research Findings" workshop."

"You've created your journey map, but what's next?

In this engaging session with Kelly Jura, you'll learn how to transform the customer journey mapping process into actionable insights that can drive iteration and ultimately enhance the user experience."

"Discover how AI tools are revolutionizing the way we gather insights, analyze data, and create compelling images. Learn how to use AI tools such as ChatGPT, DALL·E, Gemini, and NotebookLM to augment your current research practices.

Our instructor will share their knowledge and experiences, providing valuable tips and strategies for leveraging AI in UX research."

"This two-part workshop will show you the massive difference between customer and sales calls versus proper user research, teach you about the primary tools and processes trained professional researchers employ, and why.

We’ll also discuss what goes into effective research plans, why plans are critical, the key to crafting research questions that unearth meaningful insights, and much more."

"Join me on a self-reflective (personal) journey as we take a look at the pros and cons of using AI to help understand the data around us for tasks like literature reviews, deeper thinking and challenging our UX research assumptions."

Navigating research biases can be tricky. But the first step to success is awareness!

Join us in this free workshop with Stéphanie Walter, UX Research & UX Design Expert, to learn how you can successfully recognize and mitigate research biases on an enterprise level.

This workshop is limited to 40 participants. Please apply to secure one of the 40 spots until April 3.

"As the UX research field matures, collaborations expand, and AI reshapes processes, adaptability is key.

We invite you to ‘Stay Curious and Be Bold’:

• Explore beyond the known

• Dare to experiment & do things differently

• Be confident, speak up, and make a difference

Let’s get even more passionate about UXR"

"In a landscape where data often speaks loudest, how can user researchers articulate the value of their work, particularly when the outcomes are generative research? Or when our research work is not directly tied to immediate metric upticks?

In this talk, Nikki Anderson will walk through the exact ways you can use external and internal metrics to demonstrate the impact of user research within organizations by mapping your research work to direct metrics. Learn the framework she has used to track this impact over time so that when it comes down to promotions, pay raises, or a new job, you are well-equipped to show exactly how your UX work has brought value to teams and the business as a whole."

"Designing for artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly common, but what changes when designing with AI?

Over the last few years, new assistive or intelligent design tools have emerged, allowing designers to generate imagery or automate parts of their design process. In this talk we will share our research and discuss recommendations on the value of artificial intelligence in design, where it can help designers and where it may impede their creative process––when it’s undesirable or just plain 'creepy'."

"Disconnected. Directionless. Burned out. The last few years have been challenging, and so many are struggling. One big reason why? Everything about how we show up and do our work has changed—but for many, our definitions of ambition, success, and fulfilment haven’t.

We’ve invited leadership coach Roberta Dombrowski to help:

• Assess where you are in your current career journey

• Explore the relationship you have—and want to have—with your work

• Identify the patterns that influence how you show up at work"

"Welcome to "Creating impact with research – making sure your insights create action" after work event in Helsinki.

Whether you're a seasoned researcher or just starting out, this event will provide you with valuable tips and strategies to ensure that your work makes a difference. Learn from industry experts, network with like-minded individuals, and leave feeling inspired and empowered to create meaningful change."

"For some, being successful is about “getting ahead” or “moving up.” But the truth is, success is deeply personal. Sometimes what we need isn’t the next rung on the career ladder, but rather, intentionally slowing down to focus on what matters most.

Roberta Dombrowski will share what she’s learned from coaching leaders through this process, as well as from her own experience leading UX research teams. "

"How do you research fun? Or connection? Or creativity?

These are some of the big research questions that are unique to those building products in entertainment, social media, and similar spaces. Mysterious and ephemeral? We think so.

Tune into this event to hear from speakers and panelists working on what it means to have fun, be close to your community, and feel inspired."