Wendy Johansson: Identity’s role in design leadership

In today’s episode, I speak with Wendy Johansson. Wendy is the
Head of UX Apprentice Program at Amazon. She is a global product
experience leader and entrepreneur focused on the intersection of
product and user experience to scale high-performing global
teams. She started and built her career as a UX leader at
successful early-stage startups, co-founded Wizeline, a global
product development company, and served as Global VP of
Experience at Publicis Sapient. Wendy champions women and people
of color in tech, and volunteers with organizations for the
humane treatment of animals.

We dive into what it means to lead in tech and design as a woman
and person of color, how identity plays a role in being a leader,
and how intentional leadership can drive cross-functional
influence through curiosity, collaboration, and communication.