Assumptions are challenged as we take a deeper look at how technology, research, and human insight intersect to create meaningful impact. Drawing from real-world product and UX experience, this session explores how listening — both to the people we design for and to ourselves — reveals the work that truly matters. It concludes with an inspiring entrepreneurial perspective and a power invitation to reflect: What is the problem only you are uniquely positioned to solve?

Meet Denise

Denise Miqueli is a design leader with 15+ years of experience shaping digital products for global audiences. As Director of Product Design at Zumba Fitness, she leads UX strategy and research across mobile, web, and connected platforms used by millions worldwide. Zumba’s products power a global ecosystem of instructors, members, and on-demand experiences, supported by a robust, cross-functional tech organization. Denise specializes in aligning design with business growth, leveraging data and AI-driven workflows to improve conversion, retention, and team efficiency, and brings an entrepreneurial lens to storytelling and end-to-end product design.