A little bit about me!

Hey! I’m an Innovation Designer at IBM Client Engineering based in New York City. I attended the University of Michigan School of Information for my master’s degree in UX Design & Research concentrating in Human Computer Interaction. I also attended the University of Michigan for my undergraduate studies, majoring in Economics and minoring in Entrepreneurship.

My passion for UX began with my undergraduate degree in Economics. During my time as an Economics student, I realized that I greatly enjoyed solving complex problems. However, my courses were largely theoretical and usually lacked a real-world application or personal aspect. So, I set out to find a field that allowed me to solve complex issues that have a tangible impact on people. I found that design offers an excellent medium for taking complex problems and developing solutions that can help build a better future.

Outside the classroom, I enjoy music, hiking, working out, sailing, snowboarding, and exploring new cultures through travel.

Contact me at reillypo@umich.edu at any time! We can chat about UX, sailing, travel, music, or anything else!