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SUMMARY:Building seamless workflows
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, Megan and Ben will explore how designers and developers can bridge the gap between their workflows to create more seamless\, efficient\, and user-friendly products. Drawing from their experience at Livefront\, they’ll share practical strategies for improving design-to-development hand-offs\, organizing Figma files for clarity\, and building flexible\, responsive components. Attendees will walk away with actionable tips for enhancing collaboration\, reducing guesswork\, and delivering higher-quality digital experiences. Whether you’re a designer or developer\, this talk will equip you with the tools to work smarter\, together. \nSchedule:\n6:00-6:15pm UXPA Introductions\n6:15-6:45pm Presentation\n6:45-7:30pm Q&A \nVirtual Event: Zoom link will be share via email before the event \n\nMeet the Speakers\n  \nBen Wood\nBen is a design leader based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota with over 15 years of experience shaping impactful user experiences. He has partnered with organizations ranging from startups and small businesses to industry leaders like Google\, UnitedHealth Group\, Cargill\, Medtronic\, 3M\, and Mattel. Known for blending thoughtful\, brand-driven design with human-centered methodologies\, Ben is passionate about creating seamless digital experiences that leave a lasting impression. He believes that exceptional work emerges from cross-disciplinary collaboration\, where diverse perspectives drive innovative solutions. \n  \n  \n  \n\nMegan Pekarek\nMegan is a seasoned front-end web developer with seven years of experience in the industry. She holds a UX/UI design certification from the University of Minnesota bootcamp and has completed web accessibility training through Deque University. Megan is passionate about the intersection of design and development\, constantly exploring new ways to streamline and improve the process. With a strong commitment to accessibility\, she is dedicated to finding innovative solutions that make the web more inclusive and user-friendly for everyone. \n\n  \n  \nFeatured Photo by Jason Goodman on Unsplash
URL:https://uxpamn.org/event/march-virtual-event/
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