danielle smith phd
i like spaceships... and tech, design, leadership & equity.
About me
I am a technology design leader with a background in systems development, UX, and Human Factors Psychology. I enjoy science fiction and fantasy as both entertainment and as a way of cultivating a sense of optimism and responsibility for the future.
I’ve done work professionally as a user researcher, interaction designer, usability engineer, and UX “owner.” I’ve built and developed research and analytics teams in small agencies and large enterprises. (My CV / resume)
You can usually find me somewhere in Mexico or Texas… or LinkedIn.
Recent Blog Posts...
Not So Mad Science: Leading a Research Team in the Real World
The first time I was asked to “own” product research at work, I thought I would build a Mad Social …
A rising tide lifts all spaceships.
Over the last decade or so, my husband and I have adopted the saying “we’ll never get to Alpha Centauri …
…but you know everything!
I started writing this post in March of 2015. Yeah, I overthink things and get a bit distracted. In fairness, …
Why ARE there so many people on that spaceship?
I’ve noticed two schools of thought when it comes to fantasy spaceship operations. Tons of people Tons of automation On …
Talk to Me
Have any questions? I’m open to talk about your personal and professional goals, transforming your business via more human-centered practices, or creative ways to apply technology to practical human needs.