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    Michael Lapin

    Helping start UX careers in one of the most effective & efficient ways.

    Michael Lapin is the Founder and CEO of Beginex, a part-time UX career accelerator that helps people transition into UX roles without quitting their day jobs.1 Here are some key details about Michael Lapin:

    Professional Background

    • Founded Beginex in 2016 and has been running it for 8 years1
    • Has extensive experience in the software/technology sector, including roles in research, analysis, design, product, strategy, and executive positions1
    • Worked with startups and Fortune 500 companies to design, build, and improve technology solutions1
    • Previous roles include:
      • Product & UX Consultant at Novotalent (2014-2017)
      • Consultant in Business Technology Transformation at Capgemini (2009-2012)
      • Business Analyst in Consulting Services at The Nielsen Company (2008-2009)1

    Entrepreneurial Activities

    • Founder & Organizer of User Experience HQ, which runs product and UX prototyping hackathons and events1
    • Co-founder and organizer of RuTech, a Russian-speaking tech startup community in NYC1
    • Organizes entrepreneurship events for the Berkeley-Haas Alumni Association in NYC1

    Education

    • Holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley

    Expertise

    • Specializes in helping people transition into UX careers efficiently and effectively2
    • Has developed a comprehensive roadmap for UX career transitions based on extensive research and interviews with successful candidates3
    • Focuses on providing real-world experience and practical skills through Beginex's program2

    Michael Lapin's approach to UX education emphasizes efficient learning of fundamentals, gaining practical experience, and developing a strong portfolio to make candidates highly marketable in the UX job market.4

    Highlights

    Jun 30 · Fortune
    These 5 coding bootcamps offer a money-back guarantee—here's ... - Fortune
    These 5 coding bootcamps offer a money-back guarantee—here's ... - Fortune
    Nov 14 · FiveThirtyEight
    Where Last Week Ranks Among The Wildest In College Football History - FiveThirtyEight

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    Location

    New York, New York, United States