Minneapolis, United States
EJ Makela
Student
👋🏽 Hello, IxDF Minneapolis!
This is the fourth in a series of regular meetups where we can talk about ways that the Interaction Design Foundation can support you, other IxDF members, and the broader UX community. It’s also an opportunity to meet community members and network!
Come & go as you please during the hour. We can keep things casual & informal, but we may still try to gather insights on the topic of “support,” including ideas about future events & activities.
Google Meet joining info:
Video call link here.
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 515-207-6252‬ PIN: ‪929 702 371‬#
International phone numbers here.
Possible discussion topics:
Do you or other members need support with an IxDF course?
What sort of UX events or activities energize you?
How can we increase engagement & participation in our online forums?
In what ways can IxDF complement the good work of other local UX organizations, or should we collaborate?
Examples of local organizations: UXPA-MN, Prime Digital Academy, but there are more!
As we progress through this series of meetups, we hope that it will become clear what sort of activities, events, and/or forums would be most useful to you and the community. Then we can put energy towards that accordingly.
Also remember: Everyone is welcome at our meetups. You don’t need to be a member of IxDF (the Interaction Design Foundation), and you don’t even need to live in the area. In terms of experience, you can be a seasoned UXer, or you can just be starting your UX journey.
Please post any questions, ideas, or other comments about this meeting below. Or just say hello! We look forward to seeing you online!
Minneapolis, United States
EJ Makela
Student
Meet people who love design as much as you do. Together we learn new skills, grow our networks, and discover new job opportunities.
An IxDF Local Group connects you with people in your city who are building and applying design skills in their work. Together, you'll strengthen your craft, expand your network, and put theory into practice.
IxDF Local Groups meet regularly in person at cafés, company offices, or creative spaces to share ideas, give feedback, run workshops, and learn from each other. Many groups also organize IxDF Design Dinners, where the conversation goes deeper over a meal. These aren't just social events. Members find collaborators, clients, job leads, and future teammates through them.
You'll also have access to a private online forum where you can get career advice, honest feedback, and support from people who understand the work.
You don't need to have a "designer" title to join. If you care about how design shapes products, careers, and organizations, you belong here.
Join and you'll discover new skills, explore job opportunities, and build relationships with people who understand the power of great design.
Your IxDF Local Leader organizes meetups based on what members want most. Sessions range from hands-on and structured to relaxed and informal.
Some examples of what you'll find:
Presentations from local designers, followed by Q&A
Lightning talks where members share lessons learned from real projects
Workshops where you work through a real design challenge together
Portfolio reviews where you get honest, practical feedback
Coffee meetups and design dinners with open conversations about where the industry is heading
Any member can propose, organize and post a meetup. You don't have to wait for your Local Leader to take the initiative.
What stays consistent is the people. You'll find designers and professionals who ask good questions, share what they know, and show up for each other between meetups too.
Yes, absolutely!
Design skills make you more effective in any role. Product managers, developers, marketers, researchers, and founders all work better when they understand how to think like a designer.
IxDF Local Groups reflect that. Members come from all kinds of professional backgrounds, not just design. What they share is an interest in how design shapes products, decisions, and careers.
You'll fit right in regardless of your background.
In a world that's getting more artificial and competitive, IxDF brings the heart back, so you never have to face the job market alone.
Learn together, get mentored, find your next job, and build friendships that grow your career.