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Big news at O3—we’re excited to share two promotions that position us for our continued growth. Christine Sheller has been promoted to Chief Experience Officer. Over the past 5 years, Christine has elevated our UX research and design practice, making an indelible mark on the quality of work we deliver. In her expanded role, she’ll continue driving that division forward while strengthening our client services to ensure an exceptional experience at every touchpoint.

Justin Handler has been promoted to Managing Director. Justin has been a cornerstone of O3 for over 15 years, playing an integral role in shaping the success and growth of our business. In this role, he’ll focus on operational excellence and strategic direction across the organization.Together, Christine and Justin will work to elevate O3, ensuring continued growth while delivering the quality and partnership our clients expect. Congratulations to both!

Please join us in celebrating!

What does it look like when AI doesn’t just enhance — but elevates— the human experience?

Meet Scarlet AI, a virtual assistant co-created by O3 and REC Philly to hyper-personalize the creative gig economy. Inspired by the vibrant spirit of ’s Membership Director, Scarlet isn’t just a chatbot — she’s the conversational face of a community, powered by the intelligence of OpenAI and shaped through human-centered design.

In under 30 days, we went from concept to launch — building a secure, Azure-based MVP that drove 1,000+ interactions in its first month alone.

But this is more than a case study. It’s a glimpse into what’s possible when strategic vision meets AI activation. Scarlet AI now helps creators book meetings, navigate membership info, and feel a personalized connection with the REC brand — all in a voice they know and trust.

Learn how O3 is helping organizations create hyper-personalized experiences, streamline workflows, and redefine customer interaction through responsible, measurable AI.

Data privacy isn’t just a feature—it’s a fundamental expectation. As digital experiences become more immersive and personalized, users are demanding greater control over their data.

From zero-knowledge architectures that keep information securely on users’ devices to transparent privacy settings that simplify control, the future of UX is shifting toward ethical, user-centric design.

Brands that prioritize privacy-first solutions aren’t just meeting compliance standards—they’re building trust and long-term loyalty. This is just one of the five key UX trends shaping 2025.

Want to explore them all? Download “5 for 2025: Top UX themes” to see how businesses can stay ahead in the evolving digital landscape.

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🌟 Unlocking AI’s Potential Inside + Out: O3 at the AI Summit 🌟

Last week, O3 was honored to present at adplist.org’s inaugural AI Summit alongside industry giants like , , and . Our team shared actionable insights into integrating AI into products and processes to enhance user experiences, streamline workflows, and drive innovation.

Key highlights from our presentation:
🔹 Designing for AI, Designing with AI: Christine Sheller, SVP of Experience Research + Design, emphasized the human-centered approach to AI for the digital experiences we create.
🔹 AI in Products: From personalization and conversational AI to predictive automation, Mike Gadsby demonstrated how AI removes friction and elevates digital experiences.
🔹 AI in Processes: Mark Angelow and Simone Dehel, CPACC showcased how AI acts as a “sidekick,” automating routine tasks and empowering teams to focus on creative problem-solving.

🎁 Bonus Resource: Attendees received access to our interactive AI dashboard featuring:
- Presentation materials
- AI tool recommendations
- An AI tool assessment template

💡 Takeaway: Whether you’re designing with AI or for it, O3’s approach underscores the power of thoughtful integration to unlock innovation, efficiency, and creativity.

👉 Read the full blog on O3’s website for deeper insights and practical takeaways!