​Join us for Lunch and Learners: UX Research in Tech!

​Hosted in collaboration with OCAD University, this Lunch and Learners event invites you to spend your lunch in the best way possible: pizza, great people, and a chance to learn about building a career in UX Research – all on us.

​With so many unknowns in the job market, rapid advancements in AI, and a wave of new research tools, we want to support the next generation of researchers and help you navigate what’s ahead.

​This event is open to OCAD University students and alumni who are interested in UX Research, design, and other tech roles!

​We’ll explore the current state of the tech industry, host a panel discussion with hiring managers and experienced researchers, and leave plenty of time for audience Q&A.

​With Special Guests:
Celeste Ridlen, Head of Research at Robinhood 

​Clementine Higgins, UX Researcher

​Julia Meriel, Senior UX Researcher at Ebay

​Tomoya Boehm, Sr. UX Researcher, Digital Research at CIBC

​Bilan Hashi, Senior UX Researcher at BMO

​Event Schedule:
12:00pm - Doors Open

​12:20pm - Introductions and State of the Tech Industry 

​12:35pm - Landing Your First Job Panel Discussion and Q&A

​1:15pm - Optional: Small Breakouts with Practicing Researchers

​2:00pm - End

​Location:

​115 McCaul Street, Level 3 at the RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers

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