What we’re about
Austin UXPA is a local chapter of the User Experience Professionals Association (UXPA). We are a non-profit, volunteer-run 503(c) charity with the goal of providing educational and networking events for user experience designers, researchers, information architects and developers.
We generally meet the first Tuesday of the month in Austin, but the location varies.
2024-25 Officers and Board of Directors
President: Cheenu Chari
Vice-President: (Vacant)
Secretary: (Vacant)
Treasurer: (Vacant)
Directors of Communication: Nicki Mahuli and Victor Lopez
Directors of Membership: (Vacant)
Directors of Events & Programs: Sunayna Rajput, Rami Ayasso, Amanda Bosse
Directors of Sponsorship & Outreach: Derek Georg
Directors of Mentorship & Career Development: Jason Zhou (2 more vacancies)
Have a question or want to speak at a meeting? Contact a board member by clicking on the Organizers area or email us at austinuxpa (at) gmail.com.
Join the conversation through our Slack channel where we post jobs, information about our events, and share UX resources.
Membership is completely free, but donations keep the Meetup site running and help us put on awesome events! We graciously accept donations through Paypal, or contact Gina Lippitt, treasurer, through Meetup DM.
Austin UXPA Bylaws: http://tinyurl.com/yyzvp7vx Please reach out to Angel Newball for questions.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Personal Branding for Current & Future Design Leaders with Eunji JeongLink visible for attendees
🗓️ May 15, 2025
🕒 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CT
📍 Virtual Event (RSVP to see the link)Founder and Director of Strategy at Designed : Connected, Eunji Jeong is a leading voice at the intersection of design, conversational AI, and ethical technology. Her agency supports conscious companies in solving real-world challenges and building stronger human connections through tech.
She also founded Designed Minds, a global designer community with over 800 members participating across 12 global hands-on workshops. Eunji is a frequent speaker at events like the European Chatbot Summit and SaaS Open, where she shares insights on ethical design, branding, and leadership.
On weekends, you can find her hiking, tackling DIY projects, or binge-watching documentaries.
Overview
As design leaders progress in their career, the challenges shift. It’s no longer just about delivering good work—it’s about shaping direction, building influence, and defining who you are as a leader.In this interactive session, Eunji will help you take control of your story. Whether you're exploring new leadership opportunities, building thought leadership, or seeking clarity in your role, this workshop will help you rethink your brand with honesty and purpose.
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What You'll Learn
- A fresh set of personal and professional values to guide your leadership
- A clear, focused personal brand that aligns with your goals
- Practical strategies to grow your influence authentically
- Candid conversations with peers facing similar challenges
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Who Should Attend
Senior designers and design leaders who are:- Ready for their next step
- Exploring how to lead with more impact
- Interested in personal branding that feels real and grounded
