MidwestUX

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MidwestUX was a decade-long celebration of design, creativity, and community. Launched in 2011, the conference grew from a grassroots idea into a cross-disciplinary gathering known for its approachable spirit and authentic connections. We created MidwestUX to make design education more accessible — offering the depth and inspiration of our industry's largest national and international conferences without the financial barriers. Each year, MidwestUX brought together designers, researchers, developers, strategists, and community members to share ideas, spark collaborations, and support one another's growth. Compelling talks blended with a casual, welcoming atmosphere where conversations flowed long after sessions ended — and often continued from year to year. After nearly a decade of events and community building, we wrapped up the conference in 2021. Though the events have ended, the relationships, knowledge, and creative energy live on through everyone who took part. To the community members, speakers and workshop leaders, each city chair and co-chair, our many volunteers, and to our co-founders -- thank you for helping to shape this journey! May our collective paths continue to cross as the years roll on. MidwestUX was co-founded by: Erik Dahl, Brandon Stephens, Pam Haaser, Denise Chroninger-Philipsen, Lindsay Ramhoff, and Imran Riaz.