Kayla Byington
Director of UX Engagement
Kayla wears many hats at Visual Logic: UX Designer, Synthesizer, Project Manager, Trello-keeper, Consultant, Mom, Nutritionist and Yoga Guru. Along with responding to client requests, you can find her making the rounds at the office—communicating ideas, updating timelines and working through problems with fellow team members. Her synthesis tendencies often make her the fun-hater in a group of generators, but she takes it in stride because she just can’t help but ask a lot of practical questions. Kayla’s constantly managing the juxtaposition of the small, but important, details against the bigger picture.
When not working on great user experiences, Kayla can be found at a pilates or yoga studio. Sometimes she even breaks out downward dog or pigeon during long afternoons in the office. She also loves volleyball. Kayla may have retired her kneepads in 2008, but she has stayed involved in the game by coaching club, high school and camp sessions. Beyond athletics, she’s constantly testing new recipes on her husband, Jay. He was not a fan of the cauliflower mashed potatoes…or the black bean burgers…or the avocado pudding. You win some, you lose some!
Latest insights from Kayla
The Creative Tug-of-War Generators & Synthesizers
Struggling to balance creativity and execution in product development? Learn how generators and synthesizers impact collaboration, decision-making, and innovation. Discover how to align your team for success on *Humans First*.
How Long Does UX Design Take? Demystifying the UX Timeline
How long does UX take? Many companies underestimate the timeline, leading to rushed products and bad user experiences. This article breaks down the UX process, risks of short timelines, and how to set realistic expectations.
4 Must-Have Qualities in a UX Hire
Learn four key qualities to look for when hiring UX talent. Discover how empathy, problem-solving, communication, and humility play a role in building a strong UX team in this insightful podcast episode.