Inclusive Interfaces: Building Accessibility Into Every Design Decision
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Accessibility isn't a checklist you run at the end—it's a design lens you apply from the first flow, component, and content decision.
In this fireside chat, we'll talk with an accessibility expert about how product designers can build accessible experiences that work for real users, across real constraints.
We'll cover:
- What “accessible” actually means in practice (beyond color contrast)
- How to design for accessibility early : flows, components, and content that reduce friction for everyone
- How to validate your work : quick checks in design, what to ask in dev handoff, and what to test before release
- How to prioritize : deciding which accessibility needs to design for first, based on risk, impact, and user context
- Common pitfalls in modern UI patterns (tables, modals, dashboards, charts, forms) and how to avoid them
Expect concrete examples, actionable frameworks, and a Q&A where you can bring your own product scenarios.
Who it's for: Product designers, UX/UI designers, design leads, PMs, and anyone shipping digital experiences.
Takeaway: A practical mental model + lightweight workflow to build accessibility into everyday design decisions.
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## Speaker:
Pierce Arner - an accessibility specialist, consultant, and trainer who helps teams build accessibility into product decisions—without slowing down delivery. He has guided cross-functional teams through accessibility audits and remediation, including WCAG 2.1 AA conformance initiatives and structured remediation work independently and alongside Deque Systems.
## Moderator:
Mila Shumilina - a Product Design Lead who designs scalable, human-centered products for complex domains. As moderator, she'll guide a practical conversation on how to design, validate, and prioritize accessibility in everyday product work.