Labyrinth Zone
Welcome to the most challenging terrain of our conference journey. This zone is about navigating the complex, often underwater currents that can make or break your design career. Here, we tackle the intricate puzzles that require both skill and strategy to solve.
Workload as a Mindset
Johnny MIchaelsen
Is drowning in endless requests just part of being a designer, or is there a way to navigate the chaos without sacrificing your sanity? When "urgent" becomes everyone's default and "do more with less" becomes the motto, how do you maintain both quality and your well-being? This talk reveals why some designers thrive under pressure while others burn out, and it's not about time management techniques you've already tried.
Cracking the Stakeholder Code: Building Relationships to Create Influence
Venessa Bennett
You've mastered the craft, but why do stakeholders still treat you like a pixel-pusher instead of a strategic partner? This session dives deep into the hidden dynamics that determine whether you'll be heard or ignored. Discover the invisible patterns that separate designers who struggle for respect from those who command influence. The relationships you build today determine the opportunities you'll have tomorrow.
In the Labyrinth Zone, we don't just find the exit - we learn to navigate the maze itself. These sessions will equip you with the mental frameworks to handle the complex challenges that come with design leadership and career growth.
Event Speakers
Johnny Michaelsen
Director of DesignOps
Venessa
Bennett
Global UX Director
Workshop
Chill Glade Events
Panel Talk
Location On Map
The majority of our main sessions and keynote presentations will take place in the UX Arena and Research Grove. These central venues serve as our primary conference spaces, hosting opening ceremonies, major presentations, and deep-dive workshops that form the core of our programming.
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