Leslie Forman
Leslie is a user experience researcher, facilitator, and educator with 20 years of experience. She designs experiences that bring clarity, connection, and momentum to teams and communities. At the California College of the Arts, she teaches the next generation of designers how to gather real-world data, craft insights, and build valuable products. Previously Leslie led user research at LinkedIn, Workday, and Cisco, where she was known for her creative and collaborative approach. A San Francisco native, Leslie graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, and has lived in China and Chile.
Speaker Sessions
A Sketchy Approach to Product-market Fit: Hands-on Workshop for AI Builders
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll test out a designer’s AI-powered “browse my brain” bot (powered by ZeroWidth) and gain direct experience applying the Stick Figure Model of Product Market Fit to your big idea. You’ll come away with an approachable strategic framework for thinking about the true value of what you’re building, and inspiration for your own AI-powered creations.