UX LEEDS 2025

Join us for UX Leeds, an informal and relaxed afternoon event dedicated to exploring the latest challenges and trends in user experience design, product development, and digital transformation. This event is part of the renowned Leeds Digital Festival and marks our 5th edition, building on the success and feedback from our thriving digital community.

UX Leeds is your opportunity to hear from leading specialists who will share their stories and insights on the key UX and digital challenges facing organisations today. This is not just about listening; it's about engaging, asking questions, and networking with like-minded professionals in the local digital, UX, and product community.

Previous speakers include; Will Perkins - Deliveroo, Andrew Robinson - Natwest, John James - Ovo, Kelly Moran - Leeds Building Society, Imran Afzal - Co-op, Helen Lawson - Co-op, Mashooq Badar - Codurance and Mike Green - Understanding Users Podcast.

Go check out our Youtube channel to see some of the great talks from previous events: LION+MASON - YouTube

• Informative Talks: Short, impactful presentations from industry leaders in UX, product, and digital transformation.
• Engaging Q&A: An interactive session where you can ask questions directly to the speakers.
• Relaxed Networking: Connect with peers and professionals in a laid-back and friendly environment.

• UX Specialists
• Product Managers/Owners
• Digital Transformation Specialists
• Research Specialists
• Anyone interested in user experience and digital innovation

Our event was created to meet the growing demand from the Yorkshire digital community to discuss and learn about user experience design from those at the forefront of the industry. We provide a platform for professionals to share knowledge, network, and collaborate, all within a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best, ask your burning questions, and expand your network within the UX and digital community. Secure your spot now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of digital experiences.

We look forward to seeing you at UX Leeds for our 5th Event Anniversary!

For any questions or more information, please contact us at [email protected].

Info: Andy Curry is the Strategy Director of LION+MASON. Having worked in Digital for over 25 years, Andy has a wealth of experience creating strategy and leading projects for a wide variety of clients and industries. These include Johnson & Johnson, The Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), Department for Education, and Durham University. Andy is also an experienced speaker at design and digital events and is a passionate advocate of a research-based, user-centric and inclusive approach to design.

Info: Dr Jonah Dearlove is a practicing NHS GP and the Founder & CEO of
Neurotech. Guided by his experience in healthcare, software, robotics, and
AI, Jonah launched Neurotech to use technology to provide better
opportunities for people, including neurodivergent communities, and
remove obstacles to education and healthcare. His work includes co-
designing virtual reality tools and immersive tech to empower autistic
individuals and those with ADHD, aiming to reduce health and
educational inequalities through inclusive, accessible solutions. Here he draws on his
medical and design experience in this talk. He explores co-designing with
autistic young people and adults with ADHD, and discusses how
empathetic, user-centred design rooted in clinical insight can lead to
effective, inclusive products that better serve neurodivergent users.

Info: Alec Barr is a global human-centred design practitioner, behavioural scientist and AI strategist, currently running the Behavioural Science & AI Strategy unit at OLIVER. He and his UX team build products and services that put human psychology at the forefront of the design process to drive better commercial outcomes.
A thought leader in the fields of cognitive-behavioural science and generative AI, Alec engineered the world's first chatbot modelled on Rory Sutherland (the “Rory SutherBot”). He is also an accredited behavioural science ethicist, keeping a watchful eye on the moral implications of technological innovation. Is it ethical to replace humans with robots? Join Alec, behaviour change expert and tech philosopher, as he explores the controversial potential of "synthetic personas" – digital clones of real people – to unlock customer insight at speed. Can these digital doppelgängers capture the messy, nuanced reality of the human condition, or are we chasing phantoms?

Info: Nate Langley is a product design leader with 16 years of experience designing digital products that scale. As Lead Product Designer at Monzo, he focuses on customer-led growth—working hands-on to shape strategy, set vision, and deliver high-quality experiences. Nate thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional teams, where design craft and clarity of thought can drive real impact.

"I crafted this talk specifically for mid-career designers contemplating their next move. However, it's useful for more and less experienced folks, too. I'll demystify both paths, revealing why our industry needs managers and senior individual contributors to thrive. Drawing from my journey and conversations with other senior designers who've faced similar decisions, I'll share practical frameworks and candid insights about what each path truly entails.
Whether you're drawn to leadership or deepening your craft, you'll leave with tools to make an informed choice and realistic expectations for the road ahead. "

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