I’m a collaborative UX research professional and problem-solver experienced in conducting all phases and types of user research to deliver impactful insights and opportunities that propel team and business success.  

I earned a Ph.D. in Human Computer Interaction at Iowa State University, where I worked as researcher in the Virtual Reality Applications Center, taught courses and led seminars, and served as a UX lead for the University.  My dissertation, “The WEAR Scale: Development of a Measure of the Social Acceptability of a Wearable Device,” won a University Research Excellence Award. My years of industry experience include healthcare, consumer, enterprise, and the military. Currently, my mission is to elevate team and business success through comprehensive UX research consultancy, empowering businesses through impactful user insights and strategic opportunities.