I'm Ally
I'm a ux designer and researcher dedicated to building experiences that are usable by default
Currently, I'm pursuing a Master's in Information from the University of Michigan majoring in UX Design & Research
Most recently, I was an IT Accessibility Analyst at United Wholesale Mortgage where I collaborated with design and engineering to embed accessibility into products
My values
Principles that guide my approach to work
Growth
I view learning as a key practice in growing my perspectives
Adaptability
I value speed as priorities, feedback, and requirements develop and evolve
Collaboration
I collaborate across disciplines to guide clarity and create shared solutions
Experience
Professional and academic project-based work
UX Designer
General Motors (umich sponsored course)
January 2026 - Present
Ann Arbor, MI
Academic
IT Accessibility Analyst
United Wholesale Mortgage
May 2025 - December 2025
Pontiac, MI
Full-time
Repository & Research Data Services Assistant
University of Michigan
August 2024 - May 2025
Ann Arbor, MI
Internship
UX Research Consultant
Asset Health
August 2024 - December 2024
Ann Arbor, MI
Academic
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about my toolkit
Design Skills
Visual Design Interaction Design Information Architecture Wireframing Design Systems
Research Skills
Interviews Surveys Card Sorting Focus Groups Usability Testing Affinity Mapping Data Coding Data Analysis
Tools
Figma Miro Cursor Jira Axe
Design Skills
Visual Design Interaction Design Information Architecture Wireframing Design Systems
Research Skills
Interviews Surveys Card Sorting Focus Groups Usability Testing Affinity Mapping Data Coding Data Analysis
Tools
Figma Miro Cursor Jira Axe
Selected coursework
Courses that built my foundation in design and research
Digital Product Design
Needs Assessment & Usability Evaluation
Advanced Interaction Design
Fundamentals of Human Behavior
Web Design & Development
Product Management
I'm Ally
I'm a ux designer and researcher dedicated to building experiences that are usable by default
Currently, I'm pursuing a Master's in Information from the University of Michigan where I apply my human-centered design education in projects
Most recently, I was an IT Accessibility Analyst at United Wholesale Mortgage where I collaborated with design and engineering to embed accessibility into products from the ground up
My values
Principles that guide my approach to work
Growth
I view learning as a key practice in growing my perspectives
Adaptability
I value speed as priorities, feedback, and requirements develop and evolve
Collaboration
I partner across disciplines to drive clarity and create aligned and scalable solutions
Experience
Professional and academic project-based work
UX Designer
General Motors (umich sponsored course)
January 2026 - Present
Ann Arbor, MI
Academic
United Wholesale Mortgage
IT Accessibility Analyst
May 2025 - December 2025
Pontiac, MI
Full-time
University of Michigan
Repository & Research Data Services Assistant
August 2024 - May 2025
Ann Arbor, MI
Internship
Asset Health (umich sponsored course)
UX Research Consultant
August 2024 - December 2024
Ann Arbor, MI
Academic
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about my toolkit
Design Skills
Visual Design Interaction Design Information Architecture Wireframing Design Systems
Research Skills
Interviews Surveys Card Sorting Focus Groups Usability Testing Affinity Mapping Data Coding Data Analysis
Tools
Figma Miro Cursor Jira Axe
Selected coursework
Courses that built my foundation in design and research
Digital Product Design
Needs Assessment & Usability Evaluation
Advanced Interaction Design
Fundamentals of Human Behavior
Web Design & Development
Product Management