Frances Therese Ong
About Frances Therese Ong
Frances Therese Ong is a User Experience Research Assistant and Co-Founder at Spec Studios and Murch, specializing in human-centered design. She is currently a fourth-year student at Ateneo de Manila University, majoring in Information Technology Entrepreneurship with a focus on Marketing.
Work at Kumu
Frances Therese Ong serves as a User Experience Research Assistant at Kumu, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on understanding user needs and behaviors to enhance product design. Prior to this position, she gained experience as a Graphic Design Intern at Kumu for two months in 2020. Her work at Kumu reflects her commitment to user-centered design principles.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Frances is a Co-Founder at Spec Studios and Murch, both roles she has maintained since 2021. Additionally, she holds the position of Associate Vice President for Product Management at User Experience Society. In these roles, she applies her expertise in human-centered design and product management to drive innovation and improve user experiences.
Education and Expertise
Frances is currently a fourth-year student at Ateneo de Manila University, majoring in Information Technology Entrepreneurship with a specialization in Marketing. She previously earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology Entrepreneurship from the same institution, completing her studies from 2018 to 2022. Her academic background supports her specialization in empathy-driven design approaches.
Professional Background
Frances has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to design and user experience. She served as the Creatives and Branding Lead at Developer Student Clubs - Ateneo de Manila University from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she held positions at Ateneo Blue Repertory, including Design and Publications Head and Vice President for Design and Publications, contributing to her extensive experience in graphic design and publication management.
Passion for Women Leadership in Tech
Frances is passionate about promoting women leadership and actively works to address the gender gap in the technology sector. Her advocacy aligns with her professional pursuits in user experience and design, where she emphasizes the importance of effective user research and meaningful design in product development.