About Emily

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After studying Computer Science in UCC, Ireland and working in iOS development, I worked as a content writer and UX designer in a digital agency in Edinburgh. From here, I specialised in conversational design, creating chat bots for clients like the Scottish Government and the NHS.

Now, I work as a research lead in a thriving design consulting team of over 30 practitioners. I am an active member of the Design Justice Network, and have a passion for ethical and inclusive design practices.

I have hosted workshops and talks about these topics at venues like the Scottish National Gallery and EICC.


[Ongoing] Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate 2024

Inspiring Women: Rising Star Award, WIN Sopra Steria 2023

Introduction to Web Accessibility Certification from W3Cx 2023

Shipley Bid Writing 2023

DesignOps: Scaling UX Design and User Research from Neilson Norman Group 2023

Behavioural Design Certification from Irrational Labs Bootcamp 2021

Design Systems and Pattern Libraries Certification from Neilson Norman Group 2020

30 Under 30 Award 2020 from YMCA Scotland

CPUX-F Certification 2018

Recent Certifications and Awards