Get Busy Creating: Black Voices Shaping Design & Research at Monzo
The Monzo Design Hiring Team is hosting an evening to celebrate, empower, and elevate Black talent in Design and Research.
This event brings together community, honest conversation, and real stories from people building impactful careers in design, research, and creative leadership.
📅 Date: 23rd September 2026
🕣 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Monzo’s Event Space, Broadwalk House, 5 Appold St, London EC2A 2AG
👥 Audience: Black Design & Research professionals, creators, and leaders
Whether you’re just breaking into design, mastering user research, or leading creative teams, this space is built for you to connect, share, and grow.
Our Mission
To celebrate Black design talent, spark meaningful connections, and explore how lived experiences shape better design, stronger leadership, and real impact in tech.
What to Expect
🎤 Panel Talk: Navigating Design & Research as a Black Professional
A candid discussion on navigating the design industry and using your unique perspective as a strength. We’ll cover:
Navigating career growth and progression in Design and Research
How lived experiences shape creative perspectives, leadership, and craft
Bringing authenticity to product development and team culture
Practical advice on building resilience and carving out your path
🤝 Food, Music & Networking
Enjoy great food, a live DJ, and dedicated time to relax and connect with fellow designers, researchers, and industry leaders.
Why Attend?
Hear unfiltered stories: Learn directly from Black designers and researchers doing the work.
Gain practical insights: Pick up actionable career advice on craft, leadership, and progression.
Expand your network: Connect with a supportive community shaping the future of design.
✨ Come for the conversation. Stay for the community. Leave inspired.