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Turning the "Why" into Product Excellence 

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I’m a UX Researcher driven by a passion for understanding human behavior to create products that feel intuitive and essential. Currently, I work as a strategic UXR consultant in high-velocity environments, focusing on the user-centric integration of Generative AI into major productivity suites.

My background includes high-stakes usability testing for revolutionary AR/VR hardware, where I ensured spatial computing experiences were inclusive, accessible, and grounded in human ergonomics. Whether through strategic planning or multi-modal analysis, I specialize in transforming raw insights into actionable roadmaps.

When I'm not in the lab (or negotiating desk space with my cat, Frank)... I’m the Co-Lead of Ladies That UX Phoenix, dedicated to empowering the next generation of women in design and research.

Stay curious,

Meg Gentile 

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1000+ Sessions

across diverse panels, providing deep insights for global products.

50+ End-to-End Projects

delivered from initial discovery through post-launch validation.

10+ Mixed-Methods

utilized to solve complex, ambiguous product challenges.

5+ Product Launches

where my research directly shaped the final roadmap.

Skills and Methods 

01

Usability Testing 

02

Card Sorts 

03

Wire Framing 

04

A/B Testing 

05

Focus Groups 

06

Figma

07

Competitive Anlaysis 

08

Task Analysis 

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Concept Testing 

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Journey Mapping 

Proven Process

Study Planning: Setting the Strategy 

I transform business goals into research blueprints by aligning stakeholders early. My focus is on defining the right questions to ensure every study delivers high-impact, actionable data.

  • Stakeholder Alignment: Leading collaborative kickoffs to define target user segments.

  • Research Design: Developing master scripts and blueprints to reveal nuanced user behaviors.

  • Recruitment Management: Managing partnerships to ensure participant representation and data integrity.

Data Collection: Capturing Context

I use a tailored, multi-modal approach to gather "strategic intelligence." By choosing the right method for the problem, I capture both broad sentiment and deep, in-context behaviors.

  • Remote Interviews: Uncovering motivations and mapping user journeys.

  • Impactful Surveys: Measuring sentiment and trends at scale.

  • Diary Studies: Capturing longitudinal changes and real-world behavior patterns.

Analysis: Distilling Insights

Analysis is where raw data becomes a strategic asset. I employ a rigorous, methodical approach to synthesize evidence into a clear narrative of user needs.

  • Evidence Synthesis: Consolidating transcripts, surveys, and observations into themes.

  • Identifying Latent Needs: Moving beyond surface-level pain points to uncover unmet user requirements.

  • Prioritization: Translating findings into prioritized, implementable design recommendations.

Reporting: Driving Impact

The final step is ensuring research leads to action. I conduct formal presentations that provide the "why" behind the data, securing long-term buy-in from the entire product team.

  • Executive Reporting: Delivering concise, data-informed rationale for design decisions.

  • Organizational Alignment: Guiding teams through the evidence to catalyze rapid decision-making.

  • Roadmap Influence: Ensuring user needs remain the central priority in future product evolution.

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Contact

Phone
480-294-9848

Location
Mesa, Arizona 

Email
meganmgentile@gmail.com

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