Cindy Brummer Email & Phone Number

Austin, Tx, Us

As an Accredited UX Professional and agency founder, I lead UX research and design projects, specializing in B2B SaaS, health tech, and arts organizations. My work merges human-centered design with AI tools to deliver scalable, impactful solutions.Key Highlights- UX Leadership: Spearheaded end-to-end UX strategies for clients, leveraging insights from user research to inform design systems, improve usability, and enhance customer retention.- AI Expertise: Integrated AI-driven workflows and tools into research and design processes, accelerating insights and delivering actionable recommendations.- Organizational Growth: Scaled Standard Beagle from a two-person operation to an award-winning UX research and design agency recognized for its focus on accessibility and user-centric product innovation.Impact- Increased accountability with EOS practices.- Improved sales and client outcomes through targeted marketing and positioning the agency as a leader in UX for healthcare and SaaS.- Enhanced recruitment and retention by fostering a strong, collaborative company culture.- Repositioned the agency to focus on product design, research, and strategy, resulting in expanded partnerships and industry recognition.Portfolio Highlights- AI Medical Platform: Improved navigation efficiency and user satisfaction for clinical trial management platform using AI-enhanced research synthesis.- Healthcare Kiosk: Simplified patient workflows for healthcare program, reducing manual processes by 30%.- B2B Music Platform: Modernized the UX for music search portal, increasing search usability and customer retention.- SaaS Research: Developed customer journey maps to optimize data consumption workflows in pharmaceutical enterprises.Awards and Recognition- 2024: Top Product Design & User Experience Company- 2023: Top Product Design & User Experience Company- 2022: UX Design Awards NomineeFor additional projects and case studies, visit cindybrummer.com or standardbeagle.com.

Austin, Tx, Us

I deliver insightful, impactful presentations at in-person and virtual events, combining humor and storytelling to make complex industry topics accessible and memorable. As a sought-after speaker, I inspire audiences across UX, product design, and technology communities.Select Speaking Engagements: SaaSOpen Austin World Usability Day (Austin and San Antonio) CMSWire Webinar – Expert contributor with Okta CMS Connect 2023 – Panel moderator Women in Product 2023 – Virtual conference ProductCamp Austin 2023 UXDX – Virtual conference (Feb 2023) Designing for Digital 2023 – Austin, TX UXPA Boston – Boston, MA ATX BADD – IIBA Austin Conference UXPA International 2022 – San Diego, CA General Assembly Design Week (2021, virtual) Designing for Digital Conference (2021, virtual)Signature Topics and Presentations: Accelerating UX Research Synthesis with AI Adapting Usability Testing for AI Products 3 Product Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso Rethinking User Personas What the Heck is UX, Anyway?! Foresight is 20/20: How to Get Alignment with Tough Stakeholders Avoiding the Unintentional Consequences of DesignFor more details and booking information, visit: CindyBrummer.com: https://cindybrummer.com/ Standard Beagle Consulting & Training: https://standardbeagle.com/consulting-training/speaking-presentations/ SpeakerHub Profile: https://speakerhub.com/speaker/cindy-brummer

Austin, Tx, Us

I guide member companies through critical growth stages, leveraging my expertise in user experience, strategy, and innovation as a mentor with TXVMS at the Austin Technology Incubator. Currently, I’m part of the mentorship team for Texas PACE Authority, supporting their efforts to develop cutting-edge solutions in sustainable energy financing.My role includes: Providing strategic guidance to navigate challenges and capitalize on market opportunities. Sharing industry expertise in UX, design, and business strategy to enhance decision-making. Offering actionable insights and mentorship to foster growth, innovation, and competitive advantage.By partnering with emerging organizations, I help them build scalable solutions and achieve meaningful impact in their industries.

I founded UX in ATX to foster a vibrant, supportive community for UX professionals, aspiring designers, and those in related fields. Our mission is to teach, mentor, and build skills in UX design while creating opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.Based in Austin, our group has grown into a thriving global community with members from across the U.S. and the world. Through events such as portfolio reviews, expert speaker panels, and interactive workshops, we equip our members with tools to advance their careers and elevate the field of user experience design.Explore our events and join the community: UX in ATX Website: https://uxinatx.com/ LinkedIn Showcase: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ux-in-atx/ Meetup Group: https://www.meetup.com/UX-in-ATX-Meetup-Group

As a USA Boxing-certified Green Level coach, I teach boxing to youth (6-12) and teens (13-17) every Saturday, focusing on skills, strength, and endurance. In the process, kids and teens develop physical and mental fitness, and their confidence grows. Boxing is for everybody!

Austin, Tx, Us

As an Adjunct Instructor, I taught and mentored over 240 students across 7 1/2 cohorts, providing in-depth instruction in Design Thinking, user experience, and UI design principles. Leveraging my industry expertise, I enhanced the curriculum to include emerging technologies and multi-modal design experiences, ensuring students were prepared for the evolving demands of the UX field.In my final cohorts, I integrated AI-driven design and research practices, teaching students how to effectively apply AI tools to streamline workflows and uncover deeper insights. By challenging students to embrace innovation, I fostered their growth as adaptable, forward-thinking professionals.Beyond the classroom, I coached students on job search strategies, portfolio development, and career readiness, helping them build confidence and successfully transition into UX careers.

Austin, Texas, Us

Providing personalized guidance and professional development for UX designers at all stages of their careers. I help mentees refine their skills, tackle career challenges, and navigate the complexities of user experience design.Learn more or book a session: https://producthired.com/coaches/cindybrummer

Austin, Texas, Us

Austin, Texas, Us

Leader and collaborator of the AAF Austin working board; AAF Austin is the voice of creatives in the Austin community. Impact:- unified AAF Austin with other AAF chapters by embracing branding standards and ushering in a redesigned website; - improved visibility, accountability and efficiency with a board dashboard based on EOS practices; - addressed gaps and needs in the organization by updating the board structure;- increased company membership after a dip due to the pandemic.

Austin, Texas, Us

As VP of Govt Relations, I informed members of legislation affecting out industry, participate on a local, state and national level with connecting and understanding issues affecting the industry and coordinate workshops and educational posts to educate members.

Baltimore, Md, Us

Supported graduate students in the UX Design program’s Capstone class by providing individualized guidance and constructive feedback on their projects. Collaborated with the main instructor to mentor students through complex design challenges, ensuring their work met academic and professional standards. Focused on fostering critical thinking, refining design processes, and preparing students for success in the field.

Hexcite is a medical software accelerator program hosted by the Johns Hopkins Medicine Technology Innovation Center in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures. As an expert mentor, I brought extensive experience in UX research, design strategy, and health tech innovation, guiding care providers and entrepreneurial teams in transforming ideas into impactful software solutions to improve patient care.In this 16-week program, I contributed to: Design Expertise: Helping teams apply user-centered design principles to prototype solutions that align with patient and provider needs. Business Acumen: Advising on Lean Startup methodologies to accelerate product development and ensure market viability. Innovation Strategy: Sharing insights on integrating emerging technologies, including AI, into healthcare solutions to drive meaningful change.My role included leading virtual sessions and providing tailored mentorship to help teams navigate the complexities of early-stage development. By the end of the program, participants were equipped with the tools and strategies to collaborate with the TIC, conduct internal pilots at Johns Hopkins, and launch their startups successfully.

New York, Ny, Us

Invited to teach a session in General Assembly’s Product Management class, where I shared my expertise as a UX Designer to guide students in sketching and wireframing techniques. Focused on practical, hands-on instruction to help aspiring product managers understand how to translate ideas into user-centered design concepts.

Austin, Tx, Us

Planned, designed, developed, and launched ADC’s new website, delivering an improved user experience for patients and staff while enhancing the efficiency of content delivery and management. The redesign resulted in a 61% increase in site engagement and streamlined appointment scheduling workflows, contributing to greater patient satisfaction.Key Responsibilities and Achievements: Conducted usability testing, audience research, and content analysis to align the website’s design with user needs and expectations. Developed a comprehensive content strategy, enabling ADC to communicate more effectively with patients and staff. Designed moodboards and created a robust information architecture, organizing content into intuitive groups and site structures. Delivered impactful multi-media presentations to stakeholders, securing alignment on project direction. Produced compelling content, including news releases and short-form videos, to engage digital audiences. Designed and prototyped the website, developing a custom WordPress child theme with PHP enhancements tailored to ADC’s specific needs.This project showcased my ability to integrate research-driven design with technical expertise, resulting in a website that exceeded stakeholder expectations and improved the overall patient experience.

Austin, Texas, Us

Developed and implemented online visibility strategies for video content targeting non-healthcare accounts. Services included video SEO, strategic video distribution, and social media integration, ensuring optimized reach and engagement across digital platforms.

Built compelling online experiences and strategies that drove user engagement and business growth. Partnered with clients to create tailored digital solutions, delivering responsive designs, engaging content, and functional websites that aligned with their goals and budgets.Key Services and Specialties:- Web Design & Development: Delivered responsive, user-friendly websites leveraging HTML5 and WordPress.- Content Strategy & Development: Crafted targeted content for websites and social media platforms to enhance brand visibility.- Social Media & SEO Consulting: Provided strategic guidance to improve online marketing performance and search engine rankings.- Project Management: Ensured seamless execution of web projects, meeting deadlines and client expectations.House on Payne combined technical expertise with creative problem-solving to establish meaningful online presences for businesses of all sizes.

As a professional member of the Texas Student Media Board of Trustees, I provided insight to the student managers and fellow board members on the workings of the media industry outside of the educational environment. The entire board presided over budgetary issues and oversaw overall operations of Texas Student Media, an independent department at the University of Texas, with student-run media units including the Daily Texan newspaper, KVRX radio, Texas Student Television, Cactus yearbook, and the Texas Travesty humor magazine.

Primary producer of news content on KVUE.com.Responsibilities included:-- Writing, researching, reporting, and publishing local, state and national stories, still images, and video. -- Cross-promoting content on social media platforms, including Twitter and Facebook.-- Collaborating closely with reporters, producers, assignment editors to meet daily and weekly news deadlines for the website, implementing SEO. Participating in design and planning for KVUE.com.-- Creating and developing interactive sections for online audience, including the 2008 and 2009 Texas Tailgaters sections and a special map using Javascript for a special assignment on superintendent salaries.-- Aiding in KVUE.com transition from the VelocIT CMS to Broadcast Interactive Media's Clickability CMS platform. -- Training the reporting and editing staff on using the tool and website standards. Video editing was also transferred to the Forscene online editing system, which I learned to use daily and trained other staff on how to use it.Web Projects:• 2009. Lead designer and architect of special KVUE.com 2009 Tailgaters sports section integrating updatable video database/player. Developed using XHMTL, CSS and Flash.• 2008. Designed and built special sales section for KVUE.com photo contest: www.kvue.com/weather/snapshot, using Flash, XHTML and CSS.

As an independent video producer, I created several videos, including a documentary-style program on the Shiloh Mounds excavation project.I videotaped excavation work at Mound A at Shiloh National Battlefield. Then I performed extensive research, edited and produced a 45-min program: In Living Color: Voices from Shiloh’s Mound. I also created an educational video for Greater Nashville Animal Welfare. In that project, I shot, edited and produced a 7-minute video on the dangers of tethering outside dogs.

Created, directed, and executed 6AM hour newscast. Chose and assessed importance and placement of stories; directed and supervised both on-air and production staff; conceived graphics production; managed live, on-air decision-making in control room, including breaking news.As 6AM hour newscast producer, I displayed: - high levels of organization- attention to detail- adherence to deadlines- collaboration and leadership of the news show team- clear thinking under times of pressure and fast-changing information

Houston, Texas, Us

Associate Producer. Assisted production of daily newscasts, including writing scripts, directing editors, and creating graphics.Stand-in Producer. Responsible for content and quality of noon newscast. Skills include: deciding where to send live reporter and photographer, choosing and writing clear and stories for both viewing audience, and immediately reacting to breaking news.

Responsible for creating story run-down and writing scripts for noon and 5 o’clock newscasts. Decided live-shots, directed editors and scheduled interviews for shows.

Master Of Professional Studies, Ux Design

Bj, Ba, Broadcast Journalism, History

Design Thinking Micromasters Certificate, Design And Visual Communications, General

Product Management Certificate

Certificate, Webmaster -- Design/Media Track