Stephanie Long Gannon
UX Researcher in Design Research at Walmart | Voice of the User, Product Discovery, Design Research | Deep knowledge of human behavior and psychology to research throughout the product lifecycle
- Role
- Principal Design Researcher in Design at Walmart
- Location
- Fayetteville, AR, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stephanie Long Gannon
I’m passionate about leveraging data and research to understand human behavior and solve real-world problems. With a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology, I bring deep expertise in human behavior, mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative), and experimental design to my work. I thrive on using research to drive better product decisions, improve user experiences, and inform strategy.Currently, I lead user research for Walmart\'s B2B Marketplace platform, supporting third-party sellers on Walmart.com. My work blends my enthusiasm for small business development and entrepreneurship with my expertise in conducting research throughout product development, from early-stage product discovery to usability testing, ensuring solutions align with user needs and are ready for launch.Previously, I\'ve contributed to shaping customer-centric insights for emerging technologies at Walmart, including AR/VR, conversational/Gen AI, and immersive experiences, helping guide strategic decisions across the product lifecycle.
Experience
Principal Design Researcher in Design
Oct 2024 — Present · Bentonville, AR, US
Lead design research for both design and product partners for Walmart\'s B2B Marketplace platform that drives business strategy for enterprise platform developments- Conduct research using a variety of methods mixing qualitative and quantitative research to assess marketplace seller pain points throughout the product lifecycle- Work with vendors like Usertesting.com and MeasuringU to conduct research- Present findings to leadership that leads insights driven product roadmap prioritization, uncover opportunities in product features and increase usability and seller engagement on the platform
Education
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
University of Arkansas
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
University of Arkansas
Master's degree (M.A.)
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Summa Cum Laude
University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business
Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship
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