A strategic design consultancy created by Mickey Rummery

My vision is to drive transformative impact by empowering organisations to create exceptional, human-centered experiences.

I achieve this by connecting you with the best design talent and delivering solutions that profoundly improve lives and shape a better future

How I can help you

- Find the perfect people: Contractors or permanent staff.
- Join your team as In-house acquisition manager.
- Flat 12% fee – transparent and predictable.
- Manage the entire hiring process, from sourcing to onboarding.
- We'll design your websites, apps, and customer interactions for a seamless and satisfying user experience.
- Research, design, and build your product.
- Bring your products up to industry standards.
- Discovery sprints to unlock new ideas or validate assumptions.
- Conduct accessibility audits, crucial for inclusivity and compliance
- Create user-centred designs that delight your customers.
- Strategic Thinking workshops: For executives and leaders.
- Design Thinking workshops: Upskill teams in HCD methodology.
- Discovery Workshops to kickstart new projects.
- Facilitation: Expertly guide workshops and events.
- Tailor workshops to your team's needs.
- One-on-one coaching: Goals, portfolio, interviews.
- Resume/portfolio reviews.
- Provide personalised guidance and support.
- Help you achieve your career aspirations.
- Help you build a strong and compelling portfolio.

Partnering with Connect provides access to top-tier talent and receiving tailored solutions that perfectly match your needs.

CONNECTING THE BEST

My extensive network and deep understanding of the design industry allows me to connect you with the ideal candidates for your team.

TALENT ACQUISITION EXPERTISE

I bring over 20 years of finding the best design talent, whether you need permanent hires or contract specialists to augment your team.

PROJECT DELIVERY EXCELLENCE

I'm committed to delivering projects on time and within budget, using agile methodologies and best practices to ensure efficiency and transparency.

EDUCATION & EMPOWERMENT

I facilitate workshops and training to upskill your team in human-centered design and design thinking, fostering innovation and user-centricity.

TAILORED SOLUTIONS

I don't believe in one-size-fits-all. Our services are customised to your specific needs and goals, whether you're looking for talent, project support, or team education.

HUMAN CENTRED FOCUS

I bring a deep understanding of human needs to every project, ensuring your solutions resonate with your audience and drive results.

Hi I’m Mickey

I launched Connect because I’m a passionate advocate of Human-Centred Design and connecting people.

My primary focus is on Talent Acquisition, connecting businesses with exceptional designers to build world-class teams.

That is the “why” of Connect Experience Design.

With a career spanning 20 years, I've honed my skills in crafting user-centric experiences that truly make a difference.

My journey has been a balance of creativity and strategic thinking, delving into the hearts and minds of users to create experiences that resonate.

I'm deeply involved in the design community, serving as Conference Director for both Design Outlook and UXCamp, two industry-leading events.

Partners who trust me

Link to our case studies

Testimonials

“Working with Mickey has been an exceptional experience for Healthability , especially in our search for a crucial Service Design Manager role.

Mickey’s deep understanding of the Human Centred Design sector, his ability to swiftly pinpoint exactly the skills we needed and his extensive Talent network has been invaluable. His approach is not only thorough and fast but also highly personable, making the entire recruitment process a pleasure.

Mickey’s dedication and expertise in recruitment have made a significant impact on our team dynamics and overall productivity. We highly recommend Mickey to any organisation looking for top-tier talent and a seamless hiring process”

Nicola McDonald - Healthability

People, Learning & Culture Partner

“Connect Experience Design was instrumental in helping us quickly find a highly skilled UX Designer for a critical short-term project.

Mickey's ability to understand our specific needs and source exceptional contract talent within a tight timeframe was truly impressive.

The designer seamlessly integrated into our team and made a significant contribution to the project's success.

We were particularly impressed with Mickey's proactive communication and dedication to finding the perfect fit.

We highly recommend Mickey and Connect Experience Design for any organisation seeking top-tier contract design talent”

"We engaged Connect Experience Design to help us redesign our customer onboarding process.

Mickey's human-centered approach and deep understanding of user experience resulted in a significantly improved onboarding flow. Through user research and journey mapping, he identified key pain points and opportunities for improvement.

The final product has not only streamlined the process for our customers but also increased engagement and satisfaction.

We were thrilled with Mickey's collaborative approach and his ability to translate complex design concepts into actionable solutions.

We highly recommend Connect Experience Design for any organisation looking to enhance their customer experience."