UX Akron is more than a calendar of events: we’re a thriving community where professionals, students, and enthusiasts connect to learn, grow, and explore the many pathways of user experience.
As a nonprofit 501(c)(3), our mission is simple but powerful: to share knowledge, create networking opportunities, and increase awareness of the benefits of UX in organizations and as a career.
This year, we’re excited to open up two board member positions. If you’re looking for a way to deepen your involvement in the UX community, build your leadership skills, and help shape the future of UX in Northeast Ohio, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Serve on the UX Akron Board?
Serving as a UX Akron board member is more than a volunteer opportunity — it’s a chance to expand your world. You’ll connect directly with colleagues across Northeast Ohio and beyond, “talk shop” with practitioners in the field, and explore the wide range of UX careers and pathways people have taken.
Board service also offers room for personal and professional growth. Whether you’re an established professional or just starting out, you’ll gain leadership experience, build your network, and give back to a community that’s passionate about making digital experiences better for everyone. You’ll have a hand in shaping the future of UX right here in our region!
What You’ll Do
As a general board member, you’ll support and promote UX Akron events throughout the year. This includes:
- Attending board meetings and UX Akron events (in-person and online)
- Helping with projects like fundraising, speaker outreach, and communications
- Assisting with social media and content marketing efforts
- Pitching in with event planning details, from scouting locations to coordinating logistics
- These are volunteer roles
Who We’re Looking For
A great UX Akron board member is someone who shows up, pitches in, and is excited to learn and grow alongside others. You might be a seasoned UX practitioner, a student, or somewhere in between. What matters most is reliability, curiosity, and a passion for people and for UX.
We’re especially looking for new board members who can bring skills and experience in:
- Fundraising (our top priority)
- Social media and content marketing
- Event planning and coordination
Other qualities that make for a strong fit:
- Willingness to attend most board meetings and events
- Active on social media. Ready to like, share, and spread the word
- Comfortable reaching out to new people and building connections
- Confident with Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides
- Strong follow-through and commitment to tasks
- Openness to learning new things
What You’ll Be Part Of
Our programming is at the heart of what we do. As a board member, you’ll help bring it to life.
Every year, UX Akron hosts two signature events: World Information Architecture Day and World Usability Day. These are full-day conferences featuring speakers and workshops from Ohio and surrounding states. They provide rich opportunities to learn, network, and be inspired.
We also host three to four in-person social events with other tech-related groups each year. These gatherings are fun, collaborative, and a chance to learn from disciplines that intersect with UX.
Throughout the year, we offer online speaker sessions on topics spanning UX design, strategy, research, AI topics, UX writing, and more.
Making an Impact
The energy and impact of UX Akron is best seen through our events. Recently, we partnered with PMI NEO and Together Digital for a lively, well-received gathering. Attendees shared how much they enjoyed the event and how meaningful it was to bring different professional communities together.
Moments like these are possible because of the dedication of our board members. With your help, we can continue creating these collaborative events!
Looking Ahead
The future of UX Akron is bright, and we want you to be part of it. Over the next few years, we plan to:
- Grow our membership and broaden the diversity of speakers and events
- Expand cross-collaborations with other professional groups
- Connect with schools to help promote UX as a viable career path
- Collaborate with local employers to connect talent with opportunities
By joining the board now, you’ll help shape this next chapter of UX Akron.
How to Apply
The application deadline is October 31, 2025. To apply, visit our About Us page.
Use the form at the bottom of the page to indicate your interest in this role. You can also connect with us by email. A board member will connect with you to schedule an interview.
