Minnar Xie
About Minnar Xie
Minnar Xie is a Senior Service Designer at Code for America, specializing in human-centered design for public sector projects. With experience in various design roles across Canada and the United States, Xie emphasizes grassroots leadership and user research in driving social impact.
Current Role at Code for America
Minnar Xie serves as a Senior Service Designer at Code for America, a position held since 2022. In this role, Xie focuses on applying human-centered design principles to enhance projects within the public sector. Xie is actively involved in the Safety Net Innovation Lab, where collaboration with state governments aims to innovate and improve America's social safety net.
Previous Experience in Design and Research
Prior to joining Code for America, Minnar Xie accumulated extensive experience in design and research roles. Xie worked as a Design + Insights Lead at Doblin in 2019 for 10 months and as a Design Consultant from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, Xie served as Lead Design Researcher + Strategist at Artery from 2019 to 2020 and held a position as Senior Associate, Design at Blueprint from 2020 to 2022.
Education and Academic Background
Minnar Xie studied at Carnegie Mellon University, where a Bachelor of Humanities and Arts (BHA) was achieved. The degree included a major in Fine Art and Psychology, along with an additional major in Human Computer Interaction. This educational background laid the foundation for Xie's focus on human-centered design.
Advocacy and Design Philosophy
Minnar Xie advocates for the strategic role of user research in organizational decision-making. Xie emphasizes the importance of grassroots leadership and actively listens to ordinary people to drive social impact. This philosophy is reflected in Xie's work across various design projects.
Leisure Activities and Interests
In personal time, Minnar Xie engages in activities such as making pottery, drawing, and cycling. These leisure pursuits contribute to a well-rounded lifestyle that complements Xie's professional focus on design and research.