Panel discussion on 'Designing with Generative AI' with four panelists seated in front of a large screen displaying their information, indicating a focus on the impact of AI on UX/UI design.

I use my speaking engagements to champion CX, inclusion, and WOC experiences, opening doors for marginalized and underestimated communities.

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Topics I speak about:

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    CX Strategy: Crafting seamless, human-centered experiences that drive business impact.

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    Inclusive Design & Strategy: Building equitable solutions that empower diverse users and communities.

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    Being the Only: Thriving as a woman of color (WOC) in product, tech, and male-dominated industries.

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    First-Gen & AAPI Women Experience: Overcoming barriers and redefining leadership in corporate spaces.

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    Advocating for Yourself: Owning your voice, setting boundaries, and claiming your space.

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    Navigating Harmony as a Working Mom: Managing career growth, while prioritizing family and self-care.

Featured Talks

Transform & Thrive

In this conversation, we dive into:
> Redefining what success means on your own terms
> Unlearning cultural beliefs that no longer serve you
> Why rest and asking for help is essential to growth

Marketing, Mentoring, Mattering

Listen in on our conversation, as it journeys from first-gen career choices, to how I apply inclusive thinking in my day-to-day as a strategist and give back to our CX community.

Bad Ideas Podcast - AI in Real Estate

Strategists thrive on debate—especially when it comes to evaluating ideas. In this episode, I talk with Nick about the limits of AI in real estate transactions and how evolving technology and security can either build or break consumer trust.

Places I’ve spoken at

Asians in Motion logo
Bad Ideas Podcast
Generac
Girls Scouts
ADPlist
MSOE
Prod Con logo
Code for San Jose
Publicis Groupe
UX of Diversity Podcast
Digitas logo
Ohio University
Hachette Book Group
The Authentic Asian
Miami Ad School

Past speaking engagements

  • Research to Resonance storytelling with AI

  • Image of a webinar discussing the importance of accessibility, with a presenter on the right and a slide on the left. The slide highlights the significance of numbers, business, and empathy in designing for accessibility.

    Accessibility Buy-In for Inclusive Product Week

  • Kat standing in front of a room presenting AL/ML/DL

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)

  • Kat on a stage, panel discussion on GenAI and UX

    Designing with Generative AI: the impact on UX & UI

  • Kat speaking at Prodcon

    Mastering UX at ProdCon: Panel Discussions on Operationalizing UX & Overcoming Barriers

  • Screenshot of Accessibility in UX

    Designing for All: The Importance of Inclusive and Accessible UX

  • Screenshot of Kat and Bonnie Wan's fireside conversation

    Designing Your Life: A Fireside Chat & Workshop with Bonnie Wan

  • Screenshot of Kat and Joan from Bumo

    Redefining Working Parenthood: A Fireside Chat with Bumo Co-founder

  • MSOE Students Panel

    Power of Networking - Students Panel

  • Creating a Culture of Inclusion: Strategies for Success As a Leader

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