Stephy Hogan | SpeakerHub

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Bio

Stephy, a defector from the world of chemistry who traded her beakers for browsers, has been redefining digital accessibility for over twenty years. Her journey from chemical compounds to complex comps has marked her as a powerhouse of adaptability and inventive design. Diving headfirst into Salesforce design engineering, she learned to navigate its complexities at warp speed. Her career highlights include decrypting cybersecurity, orchestrating UX at IBM's Salesforce division, building a UX design practice at a top Salesforce partner, and building her own accessible design company called the Pixel Lab.

She’s the author of The Reluctant Designer's Field Guide to PowerPoint, designed to reframe PowerPoint from a mundane necessity to a powerhouse of design potential. This book aims to sweeten the deal for designers coerced into presentation design, showcasing how PowerPoint can be a formidable ally in the creative process.

Her other book, The Reluctant UXer's Field Guide to Salesforce Design, is the Swiss Army knife for navigating Salesforce design—handy for designers and non-designers alike.

As a seasoned conference circuit veteran, Stephy has dispensed wisdom at dozens of conferences to thousands of attendees, often leaving them enlightened and, thankfully, awake. Her knack for transforming dense design jargon into clear, applicable knowledge makes her sessions a beacon of clarity in a sea of tech speak. Empathy is her secret sauce, making her work not just visually stunning but profoundly impactful, establishing her as the Dumbledore of digital accessibility.

Current position (1)

Principal

Pixel Lab

Degrees (2)

chemistry, French

Lebanon Valley College

1996 to 2000

chemistry

George Washington University

2000 to 2001

Presentations

Presentations (3)

Digital Accessibility in Unexpected Places

This presentation explores the often-overlooked aspects of accessibility and inclusivity in various environments, digital and physical. Attendees will learn about the importance of designing for neurodivergent individuals, the impact of small, thoughtful changes on overall user experience, and how to find and address hidden barriers. By examining real-world examples and practical applications, this session aims to broaden the understanding of accessibility beyond compliance, highlighting the benefits of creating spaces and products that are truly inclusive for everyone.

Before Rushing Into AI, Get Your Data Right with Smart UX Design

As companies rush to adopt AI, many overlook the foundation that makes AI powerful—accurate and secure data. In this session, we’ll explore why data accuracy and security are more crucial than ever and how thoughtful UX design, specifically form design, can ensure your data is consistent, reliable, and AI-ready. We'll discuss how UX can be your company's secret weapon to creating the data confidence you need before leveraging AI.

See less. Do more. Declarative UX for Enhanced User Adoption

Feeling swamped by Salesforce's complexity? Let’s toss you a lifeline with Declarative UX, designed to simplify your experience and maximize your investment in the platform. Wave goodbye to unnecessary complexities and welcome a streamlined Salesforce that delivers precisely what users need, when they need it. This session strips down Salesforce to its essentials, demonstrating how a minimalist approach can maximize your hefty investment and transform it from a bewildering beast to a perceptive pal. Discover how focusing on custom lightning apps, screen flows, and dynamic forms tailored for specific roles can make user interactions a breeze, not a brain teaser. We’ll show you how this strategy not only increases user adoption but also reduces task times and help desk calls. Join us if you’re ready to turn Salesforce into your best colleague—quiet, efficient, and always helpful!

Past talks (9)

Accessibility: The A to Z of the PowerPoint Accessibility Checker

Presentation Design Conference

virtual

March 12, 2025

The No-design Guide: Crafting Accessible Presentations for Every Learner

Training Conference and Expo

Orlando, FL

February 19, 2025

ChatGPT Unscripted: A Live Adventure in Presentation Making

Presentation Summit

Oxnard, CA

October 22, 2024

Margins of Accessibility: Inclusivity in Unexpected Places

AIGA Design Conference

virtual

October 11, 2024

Before AI, Get Your Data Right with Smart UX Design

Global UXUI Summit

virtual

October 9, 2024

See less. Do more. Declarative UX for Enhanced Adoption

Florida Dreamin

Clearwater Beach, FL

October 2, 2024

5 Effective Ways to Support Neurodiversity When Using SLDS

Dreamforce

San Francisco, CA

September 19, 2024

Power of Accessibility: How Salesforce is Changing the World

Dreamforce

San Francisco

September 18, 2024

How Themes and Branding Can Boost Your Business

Salesforce Dream Designers Community

LinkedIn Learning

July 24, 2024

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Books & Articles (5)

The Reluctant Designer's Field Guide to PowerPoint

Amazon Self-publishing,

5 Ways to Design for Neurodiversity with SLDS

Untapped Opportunities in User Experience

The Legal Importance of Accessible Digital Design

The UGLY TRUTH About Accessibility Overlays

Expertise (8)

Design

Leadership

Design Accessibility UX growth mindset Salesforce Design User experience

Clients

Apple

Google

Duarte

Salesforce

IBM

AIGA

Creative Pro Network

Presentation Summit

Awards & certifications (2)

Certified Presentation Professional

Presentation Guild

2019

UX Certified with specialty in management

NN/g

2020

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Testimonials (1)

Stephy is an enthusiastic, honest, vulnerable and clear speaker. Her use of metaphor around video games will hook audiences, and her willingness to share the hardest parts of her career will help anyone look past their setbacks toward a more promising and enriching life.
Katie Walter
Verified