111. Making Enterprise Less Yawn and More Yay with Stéphanie Walter

How can UX designers make a meaningful impact in large enterprise orgs?

I’m excited to chat with Stéfanie Walter, a UX researcher and strategist who has built an impressive career in enterprise software. With over 13 years of experience focusing on inclusive design and accessibility, Stef has established herself as an expert in enterprise UX. Her varied background spans industries from automotive to finance, giving her unique insights into the challenges of designing complex systems and processes.

We dig into Stef’s journey, examining her early experiences with enterprise software and her current position at the European Investment Bank. Stef provides invaluable insights on balancing user needs with intricate business processes and fostering strong relationships within large organizations. She shares strategies for tackling common challenges in enterprise UX, highlighting the importance of grasping organizational culture and user expectations.

This conversation is essential for UX professionals working in, or considering transitioning to, enterprise teams. Stef’s experiences and advice will inspire you to approach enterprise software with a fresh perspective and the confidence to drive meaningful change.

Helpful Links:
• Connect with Stֻéphanie on LinkedIn
• stephaniewalter.design

Stéphanie Walter
Speaker, Author, Mentor & Teacher

About Stéphanie

Stephanie is a UX Researcher & Strategist based in Luxembourg. She has 13+ years of experience and specializes in enterprise UX, inclusive design, and accessibility. She teaches, speaks, and writes about design, UX research, accessibility, cognitive biases, and design-dev relationships, among many other things. She enjoys good tea, bike rides, and drawing illustrations. Her D&D (donjon and dragons) alignment is chaotic neutral, and she is better at keeping her teammates alive in video games than her plants. But she tries 🌱. Don’t hesitate to reach out to her for questions about research and design!

Connect with Stéphanie on LinkedIn

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