SPOTLIGHT

Discover the stories and journeys of talented designers in the Black UX/UI community. With each spotlight, we shine a light on a member’s aspirations, challenges, and proudest projects to inspire and connect us all.

  • Reginee Thimothee

    UX/Product Designer

    My Aspirations as a Designer:
    My journey into design has been shaped by my development background, and I'm passionate about becoming the ultimate translator between design and engineering teams….

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  • Darnel Thompson

    Product Designer

    A Challenge or Learning Moment from My Journey:
    Early in my career, I struggled with imposter syndrome, which made me hesitant to speak up in meetings. Over time, I learned that my voice and perspective are valuable, and now I advocate for inclusive design in every project.

    Fun Fact:
    I once designed a mobile app interface during a weekend hackathon — and it won the “Most User-Friendly” award!

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  • Tanya Mbatha

    UX Researcher

    A Project I’m Proud Of:
    I led the redesign of a local charity’s website, making it easier for users to donate and engage with their mission. Seeing how my work helped increase donations was incredibly rewarding.

    Fun Fact:
    Outside of design, I’m an amateur photographer and love capturing candid moments at live concerts.

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