Resume
PROFILE SUMMARY
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Detail and action-oriented, empathetic and analytical with strong interpersonal skills – able to collaborate effectively and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams, interact with a variety of users, and maintain great rapport even under challenging circumstances to ensure project success
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Dedicated and results driven UX Researcher with 4 years of experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research to deliver actionable insights that drive product and design decisions
October 2021 – July 2024
UX Researcher II
ADP
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Conducted end-to-end UX research to improve multiple pages and features within Wisely (prepaid debit card for employees and consumers) and Tax Products completing each project within a 6-week cycle
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Boosted internal tax processor satisfaction, elevating NPS scores from 30 to 50
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Optimized multiple workflows within Wisely, leading to a 15% reduction in errors, penalties, and interest for ADP
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Achieved a 30% increase in user satisfaction for multiple pages and features, as measured by pre-and post-assessment scores
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Orchestrated a mixed-methods research project that proposed multiple solutions, resulting in a projected savings of $1.5 million for ADP on Wisely card orders.
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Conducted over 50+ user interviews
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Presented complex research findings to senior stakeholders, ensuring that insights were actionable and aligned with business priorities
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Successfully managed dual roles by covering for a colleague on maternity leave, effectively handling the research responsibilities of a two-person job and ensuring seamless project continuity and team productivity
Employment gap due to Covid 19 Pandemic
May 2019 – June 2020
UX Research Coordinator
ADP (Contractor)
Managed participant recruitment and research processes for 20+ studies, providing insights that guided product development and improved user experiences
Collaborated with diverse, cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between user research, product strategy, and business objectives
Contributed to the design and implementation of usability testing frameworks, resulting in increased user engagement and improved product-market fit
February 2021 – June 2021
Service Design Consultant
Be-Un Consulting (Apprentice)
Led research efforts for various industries, including healthcare, banking, and SaaS, applying both qualitative and quantitative methods to uncover critical insights for product and service development
Designed and executed mixed-method research plans tailored to project goals, employing user interviews, surveys, and product data analysis
Synthesized research into actionable insights and compelling narratives that drove empathy and inspired innovation across teams
Education
BA Study of Religion
University of California, Los Angeles
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
UC Davis Extension – Quantitative Research 2024
DeQue University – Accessibility Training 2024
Udemy – Cyber Security: Awareness Training for Everyone 2024
LinkedIn Learning – Foundations of UX Research 2024
UN Consulting – Seminar Leader, Program Manager, Service Design Consultant (2019- 2023)
RELEVANT SKILLS
Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methods
Usability Testing & User Interviews
Journey Mapping & Persona Creation
Data Analysis & Synthesis
Cross-functional Team Collaboration
Research Tools: UserZoom, Miro, WebEx, Qualtrics, Dovetail, Pendo
Design Tools: Figma
Agile Methodology & Stakeholder Communication