Draper University

Northwestern California University School of Law

Arizona State University

Artist. Entrepreneur. Performer.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Rise and Shine Studios

Chief Executive Officer

- Identify and prioritize research questions based on the analysis of existing product designs, business needs, project goals and risks
-  Employ the best research method(s) based on research questions, timeline, and resourcing
-  Design studies that address both user behavior and beliefs
-  Communicate results and opportunities in clear, concise, and compelling ways
-  Research consumers, clients, and partners to understand the needs of the users
-  Generate insights that both fuel ideation and evaluate designs
-  Ability to dive deep into both qualitative and quantitative data to bring forward new insights that generate product innovation
-  Work across the organization to uncover insightful and actionable results that drive tactical and strategic product decisions
-  Adapt and lead research practices to meet team needs under tight time frames
-  Synthesize and communicate research findings to inform business decisions and build even greater empathy for our customers
            

    
    

    
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Protective Life

Senior UX Researcher

- Conducted user interviews and Google Form surveys to gather insights on user behavior and needs.
- Analyzed quantitative site user data and used it to inform the requirements document for WordPress.
- Guided information architecture of 1,500 pieces of content and transferred content from ColdFusion to WordPress.
- Created and presented reports, wireframes, mockups, and other deliverables to the Chief Research Officer.
- Created two executive supply chain management personas, a brand style guide, and a design system.
- Performed handoff of the client’s new website design to full-stack developer.
            

    
    

    
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EPICS at ASU

UX Research and Design Associate

- Created all graphics and the website of an e-commerce store focused on music, adventure, and entrepreneurship.
- Designed 12 apparel products using Adobe Photoshop and 1 e-zine using Adobe InDesign for distribution.
- Designed a monthly subscription box that sold to nearly 150 customers in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Managed end to end supply chain management using Shopify and Pirate Ship.
- Performed regular user studies with consumers on product satisfaction.

LiveVibe

Product Designer

- Managed weekly agenda for China smart cities group and demonstrated knowledge of user-centered design principles.
- Performed quantitative and qualitative user research alongside China partners to build out a 240k sq. meter smart park.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to incorporate user feedback and iterate on design solutions.
- Designed the Smart Cities e-book for localization and recommended objectives for E2E regarding fleet management.
- Wrote the English technical communication documentation for <a href="https://github.com/incluit/OpenVino-For-SmartCity">https://github.com/incluit/OpenVino-For-SmartCity</a>
            

    
    

    
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Intel Corporation

Smart Cities UX Researcher

- Conducted user interviews, focus groups, and surveys to gather insights and feedback on PXG user needs and pain points.
- Analyzed user data and behavior with Google Analytics to identify key trends and opportunities for improvement on PXG website.
- Created wireframes and prototypes on Balsamiq and Adobe XD to test and refine user flows and interfaces.
- Collaborated on cross-functional teams to align on design solutions that met both user and business goals.
- Conducted usability testing to validate design decisions and ensure a seamless user experience.
- Developed and maintained design documentation, such as user personas and user journeys, to inform design decisions and drive alignment.
- Utilized design tools such as Balsamiq, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe XD to create and iterate on designs.
            

    
    

    
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Creative Circle

- Promoted a culture of innovation to 103,000 students by expanding partnerships to provide opportunities for E + I related events.
- Utilized incubators, accelerators, makerspaces, and student organizations to help students build out new ventures.
- Built a community of entrepreneurs by crafting unique programming and initiated ventures to advance innovative solutions to global challenges.

University Wide Chair - Changemaker Central @ Entrepreneurship and Innovation

- Created plans to teach Arizona State Standards of reading, writing, and math.
- Collaborated with other America Reads tutors in group sessions to create more effective curriculum.
- Oversaw learning outcomes and behavior management of 30 K-2 students at the Salvation Army KROC Center.

Academic Tutor

- Selected as 1 of 50 U.S. Entrepreneurs and Innovators to convene in Shenzhen December 2017.
- Promoted emerging VR / AR technology and met with Chinese manufacturers.
- Worked under the direction of Dr. William Brashears and Ji Mi Choi at ASU.
- Developed international partnerships and secured venture capital for Runsphere.
- Expanded deal flow and economic opportunities between China and America.

U.S. Department of State

Global Innovation Fellow

- Developed an immersive and interactive virtual reality classroom for K-12 education using Unity.
- Designed logo, infographics, story-boarded content, and built the design system.
- Tested various methods of creating immersive content including using lidar sensors with 4K RGB cameras.
- Launched the classroom on Samsung Gear VR Q1 2016 to test for bugs and began the pilot program in Q3.
- Performed ethnographic research which showed students prefer learning in VR to a verbal lecture from a textbook.
- Carried out a consortium of current sales methodologies; qualifying frameworks (e.g., BANT); communication across email, social, phone, and video touchpoints; generating campaigns to public and private school in Western US.
            

    
    

    
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Cris Greer

Cris Greer