Upcoming UX Events: Data, AI & Journey Maps

Mar 27

Get ready for a trio of thoughtful, research-driven sessions this spring. We’re spotlighting three standout sessions focused on timely topics in UX and user research—from the ethics of AI to building data literacy and making journey maps that actually drive change. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, spark new ideas, or just stay in the loop, these sessions offer practical takeaways you can put to work right away.

April 2nd // AI in Design & Research: Navigating Transparency Challenges

Featuring Josh LaMar and Joe Natoli

How transparent should we be about using AI in our work? This conversation explores the ethical, practical, and creative implications of AI-powered tools in UX, product design, and research.

We’ll dive into key topics like authorship and attribution, human-led vs. AI-supported work, and how transparency shapes trust, perception, and accountability. You’ll walk away with practical examples, current use cases, and guidance on managing risk, communicating AI use, and applying transparency in your own practice.

April 9th // We’re Swimming in Data, but Sinking Without Data Literacy

Featuring Michele Ronsen

This session was originally presented in-person at the QRCA Annual Conference in February 2025. Due to popular demand, it’s now being offered online — with extended time for Q&A and discussion.

Data is everywhere—but without data literacy, it’s easy to fall into misinformation, misinterpretation, and poor decision-making. Researchers are uniquely positioned to close the gap between raw data and real understanding.

This session dives into why data literacy matters more than ever, how we can foster it at scale, and the role organizations can play in educating the broader public. Through real-world examples, we’ll explore the impact of low data literacy—and what to do about it.

You'll walk away with a new perspective, practical strategies to champion data literacy, equip stakeholders, and help teams make smarter, more informed decisions.

May 1st // Journey Maps with Impact: Principles & Practices that Drive Change

Featuring Julie Francis

In this interactive session, Julie Francis—a US-based UX/CX Researcher, Strategist, and self-proclaimed journey mapping nerd—shares what she’s learned from interviewing 75+ practitioners and stakeholders about the highs, lows, and learnings from real-world journey mapping. Drawing on those conversations and her own extensive experience, Julie will walk through five core principles and best practices for journey maps that deliver lasting impact. Whether you’re in-house or independent, brand new to journey mapping or a seasoned pro, you’ll leave with an understanding of why journey maps fall short—and what you can do about it.

Whether you’re in-house or independent, brand new to journey mapping or a seasoned pro, attendees will leave with an understanding of why journey maps fall short—and what you can do about it.

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And that’s a wrap!

We try to alternate between a theme and UX/UXR jobs, events, classes, articles, and other happenings every few weeks. Thank you for all of the feedback. Feedback is a gift, and we continue to receive very actionable input on how to make Fuel Your Curiosity more meaningful to you.

What do you think? We're constantly iterating and would love to hear your input.

Stay curious,

- Michele and the Curiosity Tank team

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