Hi, I'm Ashley.

A designer, researcher, & graduate of the University of Michigan School of Information!

Growing up as the only child in a small rural Michigan town shaped my appreciation for empathy, resourcefulness, and cultural connection, values that guide my approach to UX.

I believe in designing technology that’s not only accessible but also empowering, focusing on thoughtful, user-centered experiences that bridge gaps and bring people closer together.

Experiences

UX Designer,

Filipino American Council

of Greater Chicago

Aug. 2024 - May 2025

Designed a digital gathering space for the Filipino American Council of Greater Chicago, focusing on cultural preservation and community connection
Conducted user research to address generational gaps and integrate meaningful cultural elements into the design
Developed solutions that blended digital and physical experiences, utilizing platforms like TikTok and YouTube to engage diverse age groups

UX Designer,

Filipino American Council

of Greater Chicago

Aug. 2024 - May 2025

Designed a digital gathering space for the Filipino American Council of Greater Chicago, focusing on cultural preservation and community connection
Conducted user research to address generational gaps and integrate meaningful cultural elements into the design
Developed solutions that blended digital and physical experiences, utilizing platforms like TikTok and YouTube to engage diverse age groups

UX Designer,

Filipino American Council

of Greater Chicago

Aug. 2024 - May 2025

Designed a digital gathering space for the Filipino American Council of Greater Chicago, focusing on cultural preservation and community connection
Conducted user research to address generational gaps and integrate meaningful cultural elements into the design
Developed solutions that blended digital and physical experiences, utilizing platforms like TikTok and YouTube to engage diverse age groups

Project Manager,

Tech for Social Good

Aug. 2024 - April 2025

Led the Detroit Partnership website redesign, setting milestones and mentoring a team of four to create a user-friendly, sustainable site that boosted volunteer engagement
Main liaison with DP board, ensuring our code-free Squarespace designs aligned with their vision through open communication and feedback
Developed a streamlined, mobile-responsive volunteer sign-up process, prioritizing sustainability and easy content updates for non-technical users

Project Manager,

Tech for Social Good

Aug. 2024 - April 2025

Led the Detroit Partnership website redesign, setting milestones and mentoring a team of four to create a user-friendly, sustainable site that boosted volunteer engagement
Main liaison with DP board, ensuring our code-free Squarespace designs aligned with their vision through open communication and feedback
Developed a streamlined, mobile-responsive volunteer sign-up process, prioritizing sustainability and easy content updates for non-technical users

Project Manager,

Tech for Social Good

Aug. 2024 - April 2025

Led the Detroit Partnership website redesign, setting milestones and mentoring a team of four to create a user-friendly, sustainable site that boosted volunteer engagement
Main liaison with DP board, ensuring our code-free Squarespace designs aligned with their vision through open communication and feedback
Developed a streamlined, mobile-responsive volunteer sign-up process, prioritizing sustainability and easy content updates for non-technical users

Project Manager,

Michigan Open UX

Sept. 2024 - Jan. 2025

Plan and organize the project by defining goals, creating timelines, and mentoring a team of four UX designers to ensure a smooth workflow
Facilitate communication as the main liaison between the team and client, maintaining clear and consistent updates through regular meetings
Monitor progress, lead team meetings, and adjust plans as needed to keep the project on schedule and meet deliverables

Project Manager,

Michigan Open UX

Sept. 2024 - Jan. 2025

Plan and organize the project by defining goals, creating timelines, and mentoring a team of four UX designers to ensure a smooth workflow
Facilitate communication as the main liaison between the team and client, maintaining clear and consistent updates through regular meetings
Monitor progress, lead team meetings, and adjust plans as needed to keep the project on schedule and meet deliverables

Project Manager,

Michigan Open UX

Sept. 2024 - Jan. 2025

Plan and organize the project by defining goals, creating timelines, and mentoring a team of four UX designers to ensure a smooth workflow
Facilitate communication as the main liaison between the team and client, maintaining clear and consistent updates through regular meetings
Monitor progress, lead team meetings, and adjust plans as needed to keep the project on schedule and meet deliverables

UX Designer,

RoosRoast Coffee

Jan. 2024 - March 2024

Redesigned the RoosRoast Coffee website, transforming the digital experience to reflect the vibrant in-store atmosphere
Conducted user research and designed a storytelling-driven interface that highlighted key features like bulk ordering and subscriptions, ensuring seamless navigation
Created an engaging layout that captured the brand’s playful personality and was selected as one of the top two concepts by RoosRoast

UX Designer,

RoosRoast Coffee

Jan. 2024 - March 2024

Redesigned the RoosRoast Coffee website, transforming the digital experience to reflect the vibrant in-store atmosphere
Conducted user research and designed a storytelling-driven interface that highlighted key features like bulk ordering and subscriptions, ensuring seamless navigation
Created an engaging layout that captured the brand’s playful personality and was selected as one of the top two concepts by RoosRoast

UX Designer,

RoosRoast Coffee

Jan. 2024 - March 2024

Redesigned the RoosRoast Coffee website, transforming the digital experience to reflect the vibrant in-store atmosphere
Conducted user research and designed a storytelling-driven interface that highlighted key features like bulk ordering and subscriptions, ensuring seamless navigation
Created an engaging layout that captured the brand’s playful personality and was selected as one of the top two concepts by RoosRoast

UX Designer,

National Oceanic

& Atmospheric Association

Sept. 2023 - Dec. 2023

Redesigned a key NOAA GLANSIS website feature, collaborating with NOAA representatives to create intuitive interfaces for accessing information on non-indigenous species
Developed and iterated on wireframes and prototypes, integrating feedback from students, professors, and stakeholders to refine the design.
Simplified navigation, improved tool visibility, and ensured the site was accessible and user-friendly for a diverse audience, including policymakers and educators.

UX Designer,

National Oceanic

& Atmospheric Association

Sept. 2023 - Dec. 2023

Redesigned a key NOAA GLANSIS website feature, collaborating with NOAA representatives to create intuitive interfaces for accessing information on non-indigenous species
Developed and iterated on wireframes and prototypes, integrating feedback from students, professors, and stakeholders to refine the design.
Simplified navigation, improved tool visibility, and ensured the site was accessible and user-friendly for a diverse audience, including policymakers and educators.

UX Designer,

National Oceanic

& Atmospheric Association

Sept. 2023 - Dec. 2023

Redesigned a key NOAA GLANSIS website feature, collaborating with NOAA representatives to create intuitive interfaces for accessing information on non-indigenous species
Developed and iterated on wireframes and prototypes, integrating feedback from students, professors, and stakeholders to refine the design.
Simplified navigation, improved tool visibility, and ensured the site was accessible and user-friendly for a diverse audience, including policymakers and educators.