While every organization has constraints to consider when designing experiences for customers or users, designing the ideal customer experience is completely possible within those constraints. Begin by identifying the experience you want your customer to have and work “backward” from there.
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Nicole Miller
UX Researcher
Nicole has over 10 years of experience as a mixed-methods researcher in human behavior and psychology. She has applied her expertise in experiment design, foundational research, and quantitative methods to a variety of research needs including product testing, digital solutions and AI applications, and medical device testing. Additionally, Nicole conducts research with special care toward accessibility and accommodations for aging or elderly populations, as well as individuals with memory deficits. Nicole has an MA in Cognitive Psychology and is currently completing her doctorate at the University of Chicago.
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