Join us for an evening of connection and insight as we explore how AI is reshaping the way we understand people.
This event will showcase real-life use cases of AI in research, and you'll be able to hear how other research leaders are approaching these new methods and new tools. We will wrap with time for networking and have plenty of time to connect with old friends and new connections across our Seattle research community.
Case Study: Microsoft’s Copilot team and Outset will share a real-world case study on using AI-moderated research to understand how people interact with Copilot versus other large language models — and what makes an AI feel more human to users. Through this process, they coined a new approach to research — UXR Evals — using AI moderation itself to make AI products seem more human.
Panel: Speakers from Outset, Amazon, and other research leaders will share how AI is impacting their teams' day-to-day processes they've adopted, the challenges they've overcome, and what the future of research is in the AI era.
A BIG thank you to our event sponsor, Outset, for making this gathering possible!
Sarah Runkle is on the front lines of customer success at Outset, where she partners with research and insights teams to help them scale and drive impact. With experience in both strategy and operations, she guides research leaders in navigating new AI-enabled methods.
Christopher Monnier serves as Principal UX Researcher at Microsoft, working at the intersection of user experience and AI.He is a keen advocate for research curiosity and has spoken publicly on how the UXR field is evolving in the era of intelligent systems.
Chuck Kwong brings strategic marketing and research experience within Microsoft, helping business teams translate data into actionable insights and outcomes. He leverages his strengths in business development and research to bridge the gap between user behavior and enterprise priorities.
Julia Pavone is a seasoned UX Researcher specializing in device design and product-ecosystems for Amazon Devices.With deep expertise across usability and survey methodologies, she focuses on how people engage with connected products in everyday life.
Debra Aho Williamson is the founder of Sonata Insights, an independent research & advisory firm focused on consumer behavior, marketing and AI. Formerly an analyst with deep experience in digital media, she now helps brands and research teams translate emerging technologies into strategy.
Omika Jikaria drives go-to-market and customer success strategies at Outset, where she partners with enterprise research and insights teams to unlock the power of AI-enabled research. With a first-gen educational background and a global upbringing across seven cities, she brings a unique perspective on building inclusive, high-performing research cultures.
