Kelly Frost Garoufalis
User Researcher, M.S. HCI
- Role
- Founder & Principal Researcher at Youtube Channel
- Location
- San Francisco, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kelly Frost Garoufalis
UX Researcher (M.S. HCI) with 4+ years leading mixed-methods research in 0→1 environments to shape AI-driven products and human-AI interaction patterns across startups, enterprise, and R&D. Systems-minded and emotionally attuned, I build strong participant rapport, surface overlooked patterns, and synthesize insights into clear, actionable recommendations that de-risk decisions and move roadmaps forward.Proven Impact: Lessen (Founding UXR), Google (AI Trust Capstone), NASA (AR/VR Competition Finalist), Recognized YouTube Creator (Must Watch 2024)kellyfrostgaroufalis.com
Experience
Founder & Principal Researcher
Mar 2022 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US
UXRKelly, YouTube – HCI and User Experience Research media platformEstablished an independent HCI research and media platform focused on democratizing advanced research methodologies. Synthesized complex academic frameworks into a library of 22 deep-dive video essays, recognized as a \"Must Watch 2024\" industry resource by UserInterviews.com.
Education
University of Washington
Master of Science - MS, Human-Computer Interaction and Design
Designlab
Bootcamp, User Experience Design
University of Washington, Master of Human-Computer Interaction + Design
Master of Science - MS, Human-Computer Interaction and Design
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Music Business & Performing Arts Management
Dean College
Associate of Arts - AA, Dance & Kinesiology
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