UXPA International 2026 Conference

Lightning Talks

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Jason Telner

Senior User Researcher
Qualcomm

Jon Temple

Design Principal (Emeritus)
ex-IBM

Ali Cuthbertson

Strategic Leadership
Liberty University

Oscar Cariceo

Manager UX Research
Scotiabank

Mike Jin

UX Designer
Nutanix

Danielle Giffort

Principal UX Researcher
Ipsos

Join this fast-paced, high-energy session designed to spark ideas and inspire conversation at UXPA International 2026.

Each speaker in this session has just 10 minutes to share a big idea, showcase a project, or highlight a unique perspective. This session consists of four lightning talks and covers a variety of topics including career development, emerging technologies, and inclusive & universal design.

Lightning Talk

Presented by

Track
  1. Navigating the Current UX Job Market – Strategies for Success and Good Mental Health
 Jason Telner, Jon Temple & Ali Cuthbertson Career Development
  1. Streamlining Usability Testing – Automated System Usability Scale With Interactive Web Apps
 Oscar Cariceo Emerging Technologies
  1. Rethinking Simplicity – Accessibility as a Catalyst for Better Experiences
 Mike Jin Inclusive & Universal Design
  1. Getting Out of Our Own Way – Building Confidence and Navigating Anxiety in Inclusive UX Research
 Danielle Giffort Inclusive & Universal Design
Career Development Emerging Technologies Entry-Level Inclusive & Universal Design Lightning Talk Mid-Level