Behind the Data: Maze’s Future of User Research Report 2026

April 8, 2026 at 09:00 AM PDT

Research has claimed its seat at the table. Now the question is: how do you keep it there?

In 2026, research isn’t fighting for relevance—it’s shaping strategy. Demand is up 20%, and research influence at the board level has nearly tripled. But growth without structure creates pressure.

Join the experts behind Maze’s Future of User Research Report 2026 for a conversation about what’s actually changing across the industry—and what it means for how you lead, scale, and practice research.

In this session, we’ll cover:

  • The biggest shifts shaping research in 2026
  • How researchers are stepping into strategic roles
  • Where human judgment becomes your edge in an AI era
  • What it takes to scale research with the right systems

You’ll leave with a clearer view of where research is headed, and how to position yourself and your team for what’s next. You’ll hear directly from the leaders behind the data, including:

If research is your craft, this is your room.

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Speakers

Brooke Sykes

Brooke Sykes

Senior Manager, Firefox User Research @ Mozilla

Daniel Soranzo

Daniel Soranzo

Principal UX Researcher, GoodRx

Dave Chen

Dave Chen

Sr. Director, UX Foundations & Enablement @ 1Password

Hosts

Sarah Kublanow

Sarah Kublanow

Senior Product Marketing Manager @ Maze

Noel Gee

Noel Gee

Head of Research Partner Program @ Maze

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