Meet the Designer

Laura Szumylo is an experienced UX designer whose eight-year career has evolved into a focus on strategic UX advisory and guidance for first-time business owners and small businesses. She helps clients create digital experiences that are intuitive, effective, and aligned with their goals.

Drawing on her background as both a business owner and professional photographer, Laura approaches UX with a balance of creativity, empathy, and real-world business insight. Her work focuses on transforming complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies that strengthen both user experiences and business outcomes.

Laura has partnered with small businesses, most recently in the health and fitness sector, and is passionate about collaborating with organizations in travel, education, and ocean and environmental protection.

In addition to her client work, Laura has mentored over 200 design students during her five years of mentorship, helping emerging designers build confidence, refine their skills, and prepare for real-world UX roles. She is also the founder of UX Gaps, a blog dedicated to bridging the gap between UX education and professional practice.

When she’s not advising or mentoring, Laura finds inspiration through travel, diving, skiing, and photography. She welcomes collaboration from first-time business owners and small businesses looking to elevate their user experience, as well as aspiring UX designers and career changers seeking mentorship and guidance.