
I’m a UX Research leader passionate about the intersection of research, design, and product strategy. I've spent over a decade conducting and leading research projects with B2C and B2B companies ranging from small startups, Nike, Honeywell, to Atlassian and now Canva. My happy place is when research insights are out of reports, and being actively applied by teams to make better product decisions. I’m passionate about ensuring research is informing the most complex problem spaces in a business; helping de-risk crucial design decisions; and constantly identifying opportunities to improve users’ experiences. I strive to always create an inclusive, pschologically safe (and fun!) team. I aim to be an empowering leader and Multiplier. I’m energized by seeing team members achieve their professional goals and enjoy identifying opportunities for them to do this. Some of my personal values include autonomy, authenticity, and growth. I currently lead Design Research at Canva. I was hired as the first researcher over 3 years ago, and have since grown the team to 20+ team members.
canva.com
atlassian.com
mutualmobile.com
greenleafbookgroup.com
hollywoodreporter.com
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Head of Design Research
Canva
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Feb 2022 - Present
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Design Research Manager
Canva
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Sep 2020 - Feb 2022
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Senior Design Researcher
Canva
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Mar 2020 - Sep 2020
Senior UX Researcher
Atlassian
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Jul 2017 - Mar 2020
Sydney, Australia
User Experience Researcher
Atlassian
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Jan 2016 - Jul 2017
Austin, Texas Area
UX Research Consultant (Freelance)
Phlur
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Jul 2015 - Jan 2016
Austin, TX
Senior UX Researcher
Mutual Mobile
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Jan 2015 - Jan 2016
Austin, TX
Editorial Intern
Angeleno Magazine
Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
Los Angeles, CA
Looks Editor
EmMagazine
Jan 2008 - Aug 2010
Emerson College