Fanya Young

Dynamic user research professional with 10 years of experience in user experience research and an additional 15 years as a trial attorney, excelling in interviews and storytelling. My unique background is complemented by a decade of teaching and guiding others in algorithm comprehension and interviewing techniques through Women Who Code meetups. I am a valuable asset to organizations seeking a research expert adept in research methodology, narrative development, and effective management.

I'm an accomplished professional with a proven track record at industry leaders such as Walmart, Autodesk, and Salesforce. I specialize in driving digital innovation, having spearheaded the creation of groundbreaking products and services. At MGM Resorts International, I successfully integrated in-person experiences with digital enhancements.

At Sam's Club, I empowered designers to utilize AI for developing employee apps that dramatically boosted productivity. With extensive expertise across diverse sectors, including retail and consumer electronics, I am poised to leverage my data-driven insights to elevate any organization’s design and development initiatives.

While I have a Juris Doctorate from the University of California, College of the Law, I've always strived to improve my understanding of my profession. Thus, I am currently enrolled in the Masters of Business Administration program at Quantic School of Business & Technology. I have also completed the User Experience Immersive Design Program at General Assembly, which prepared me for user experience research. Finally, I possess a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Berkeley.