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I am a thorough, detailed, engaged, thoughtful, and conscientious researcher, writer, and editor. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology from UCLA and a BA from UC Berkeley and 30+ years of experience in research/evaluation, project management, and writing/editing within non-profit, for-profit, and academic environments. Rigorous and Responsible Researcher I will carry out all of your research needs with accuracy, efficiency, and elegance: web research, study design, survey development, data collection, qual and quant analyses, etc. I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from UCLA and a BA from UC Berkeley and 30+ years of experience in research design, management, and implementation within non-profit, for-profit, and academic environments (including Director of Research and Evaluation for a large healthcare company and Associate VP of a Market Research company). Professional Writer and Editor I have a strong background writing and editing a wide variety of copy, including academic publications, research reports, grant proposals, business plans, marketing materials, websites, blogs, articles, white papers, professional communications, and presentations. I particularly excel at taking large amounts of information and streamlining into sleek synopses that highlight key points and important takeaways. I pay close attention to the needs and voices of all of my clients and am able to create strong, clear, and persuasive written content, regardless of the topic. ***** I’ve worked in many types of environments including academic, healthcare, non profits, market research, public health, government, software, small biz/start up, and large corporate (as well as food service, dry cleaning, pharmacy, delivery person, personal assistant, etc). I’ve consulted for a bunch of academic institutions and for-profit and non-profit organizations, including the National Park Foundation, UC Berkeley, Stanford University and Hospital, UCSF, UCLA, the Neuropsychiatric Institute at UCLA, and the Pediatric Pain Program at the UCLA Hospital. I love big ideas and providing the structure around them to ensure their realization. I’m also a big fan of using the amazing technologies and networks that we have to connect ourselves and help support each other in enriching (and fun!) ways. QUALIFICATIONS • Strong knowledge of research methodologies and QA processes as well as ability to design, manage, and evaluate studies • Excellent writing, editing, copywriting, and presenting abilities (co-author of 14 publications and 17 conference presentations; strong background in editing proposals, business plans, reports, manuscripts, books) • Extensive experience in client development, project/data management, statistical analysis, and assessment/evaluation • Exceptional ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and achieve goals in fast-paced, high pressure situations • High level of organization, attention to detail, and accuracy • Outstanding communication/interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with all organizational levels • Thoughtful focus on customer service and responsiveness

I’m an experienced researcher with a PhD and 15+ years of experience from both academia (University of Michigan) and Facebook. I’m specialized in survey research, market research, user and UX research. I can fully design and manage your projects from end to end, or provide service on a specific segment of your research needs, such as questionnaire design, sampling and weighting, analysis, reporting and creating presentation decks.

Market/User researcher with 7+ years of experience; developing surveys, conducting 1:1 in-depth interviews, analyzing survey insights, and providing strategic recommendations. Whether you seek insights into your customer base, competitive analysis, or require in-depth research to support product launches, market entries, or venture assessments, I'm well-equipped to provide the necessary support and expertise. Survey Design From question strategy to structure, I specialize in designing surveys that deliver high-quality, decision-useful data. I tailor surveys to your business goals, ensuring you ask the right questions in the right way—whether for customer feedback, product testing, or market validation. Qualitative Research I work with clients to develop in-depth, qualitative research for competitive intelligence interviews, where I recruit and speak with market experts to uncover exclusive insights into competitors and industry trends. Quantitative Research I conduct consumer interviews and online surveys to analyze honest customer opinions. Using verified respondent panels, I extract deep insights into customer behaviors, pain points, and motivations, resulting in data-driven, actionable reports. Desktop Research & Database Analysis I perform rigorous secondary research using trusted databases, industry reports, and open-source intelligence. From building market landscapes to analyzing financial benchmarks or policy changes, I deliver clear, well-sourced findings tailored to your project. Competitor Research Whether you're evaluating the competitive landscape or mapping a new product launch, I help you identify and research companies in niche sectors. I use a mix of tools, databases, and manual research to build profiles and insights that match your strategic goals. TAM/SAM/SOM Market Sizing I regularly perform Total Addressable Market (TAM), Serviceable Available Market (SAM), and Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM) analysis. My sizing models are based on both top-down and bottom-up methods, providing realistic estimates for pitch decks and business planning.

I’m an instructional designer and learning experience strategist with a Ph.D. in Psychology and a strong foundation in the science of learning, behavior change, and cognitive design. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in developing engaging, data-informed learning solutions that support growth and performance across sectors—from SaaS and corporate leadership development to stress resilience and socio-emotional health. My work bridges evidence-based instructional methods with real-world application. I’ve taught psychology, research methods, and statistics at the university level, and I draw on this academic background to create training that is both grounded in theory and tailored to practical outcomes. I partner with organizations to design: Scalable SaaS onboarding and support modules Leadership development and performance management programs Socio-emotional wellness and stress reduction trainings Data collection and reporting systems that align with learning goals ​ Whether building eLearning, blended training, or live workshops, I bring a learner-centered lens rooted in psychology, usability, and measurable impact. Let’s design learning that works—and sticks.

Market researcher with 30 years of professional experience • Execute full quantitative survey projects from study design through final presentation • Gather, organize, and analyze information from primary, public, and syndicated data sources • Build customized sales forecasting models to estimate demand and evaluate business opportunities Experienced with the following Quant research project types: -Concept & Product Testing -Sales Forecasting, Market Size Assessment & Volumetric Simulators -Customer Satisfaction -Pricing & Revenue Maximization -Awareness & Usage -Brand Tracking -Segmentation & Targeting -Variety & Line Optimization -Packaging & Product Claims Expertise in all steps of the Quant survey process: - Study design - Questionnaire development & programming - Fielding & tabulation - Analysis & report writing - Presentation of results to management

I help nonprofits, mission-driven organizations, and small businesses use research, stakeholder insight, and data to understand complex problems, make evidence-based decisions, and turn findings into practical strategies and action. I’m a research, strategy & organizational development consultant with 7+ years of consulting experience across 60+ engagements led or supported nationwide. I work independently with organizations and partner with consulting firms and multidisciplinary teams that need additional research, strategy, project management, or implementation capacity. My core services include: • Research, Assessments & Evaluation: Mixed-method research, needs and organizational assessments, survey design and analysis, interviews, focus groups, listening sessions, secondary research, data analysis, visualization, and findings reports. • Market, Landscape & Feasibility Research: Market and ecosystem research, competitive and peer benchmarking, gap analysis, case studies, program-demand and feasibility assessments, funding landscapes, and growth/expansion research. • Data, CRM & Organizational Systems: Data collection and management, CRM/database design, data cleaning and migration, dashboards and tracking tools, data governance, workflows, and technology/vendor assessment. • Fundraising, Grants & Partnerships: Funding and philanthropic research, prospect identification and prioritization, grant development and management, funding pipelines, donor/funder communications, and partnership research. • Strategic Planning & Organizational Development: Strategic and organizational assessments, priority setting, program and growth strategy, decision frameworks, implementation roadmaps, performance measures, and organizational processes. • Stakeholder & Community Engagement: Stakeholder research and mapping, outreach and recruitment, interviews and facilitated discussions, community engagement, partnership development, and collaborative planning. I also support board development & governance, project and workstream management, facilitation, and implementation. Selected experience: ~50 surveys designed • 4,000+ survey responses • 300+ stakeholder interviews • 10–15 concurrent consulting engagements managed My experience spans health & human services, K–12 and higher education, workforce and economic development, community development, housing, arts & culture, advocacy, environment, agriculture, philanthropy, and membership/cooperative organizations. I’m available for defined consulting engagements, consulting-team/subconsultant partnerships, and fractional or contract support. If you need rigorous research that leads to clear decisions—and a consultant who can help carry those decisions through implementation—I’d be glad to discuss your project.