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

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Recent Blog Posts...

Hippolyta stands bloody after a battle, with many more foes coming behind her. (Image from HBO's Lovecraft Country, S1 E7)

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 …
Image from Season 1, Episode 1 of YouTube's Origin series

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 …
Scene from SUNSHINE (2007). Image from IMDB.

…but you know everything!

I started writing this post in March of 2015. Yeah, I overthink things and get a bit distracted. In fairness, …
/ Product

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 …
/ Human Resources, Spaceships

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.