Ayanna Cox Email & Phone Number

United States

New York, New York, United States

- Execute AI product research to distill complex topics and uncover potential implications of AI implementations - Conduct research analyses for client briefs - Investigate new Gen AI Platforms for the Weber Shandwick On AI community- Write engaging content/copy for the Futures webpage (Demos)

Selected to be part of the Microsoft Power Up upskilling program, which uses a mix of self-paced learning, live Q&A sessions, and discussion boards to help selected participants create real-world business solutions using Microsoft Power Platform tools (e.g. Power BI, Power Pages, Power Automate, etc.).

- Executed end-to-end consumer research on the audio industry and Gen-Z behaviors (i.e. 10+ interviews/surveys); from scoping and recruitment to data analysis and participant engagement.- Analyzed organizational challenges by providing actionable insights and proposing thoughtful, strategic solutions.- Investigated the reasons behind consumer trends, the brands that are reaping the benefits, and potential future developments. - Developed interpersonal skills and public-speaking… Show more - Executed end-to-end consumer research on the audio industry and Gen-Z behaviors (i.e. 10+ interviews/surveys); from scoping and recruitment to data analysis and participant engagement.- Analyzed organizational challenges by providing actionable insights and proposing thoughtful, strategic solutions.- Investigated the reasons behind consumer trends, the brands that are reaping the benefits, and potential future developments. - Developed interpersonal skills and public-speaking prowess, effectively presenting findings concerning consumer preferences for Beats products to live remote audiences with clarity. Show less

- Spearheaded end-to-end project planning and development of BreakBuddy, a break reminder plug-in created to promote work-life balance for remote workers. Pitched business value of product to cohort of 50+ DFA members.- Balanced multiple phases of research (i.e. 5+ interviews, market research, etc.) and generated insights from data to inform design decisions. Implemented low/high-fidelity interactive prototyping, and usability testing to gather user feedback.- Facilitated interpersonal… Show more - Spearheaded end-to-end project planning and development of BreakBuddy, a break reminder plug-in created to promote work-life balance for remote workers. Pitched business value of product to cohort of 50+ DFA members.- Balanced multiple phases of research (i.e. 5+ interviews, market research, etc.) and generated insights from data to inform design decisions. Implemented low/high-fidelity interactive prototyping, and usability testing to gather user feedback.- Facilitated interpersonal weekly workshop meetings with diverse team to share deliverables and exchange ideas. Show less

Assisted in the re-design projects of the DFA website and of FREEdge — an NYU community fridge accessible to 2,000+ students — by addressing their current UX issues (i.e. accessibility) via brainstorming sessions, interviews, affinity mapping, and prototyping.

- Read, evaluated and edited submitted manuscripts for publication in the NYU Integrative Psychology journal. - Presented edits in the form of suggestions to confer with authors regarding changes in grammar, wording, style, and organization.

Constructed an innovative brand design kit for Akkio – a no-code AI platform for data – that reflects the company’s brand and mission of emphasizing simplicity in data transformation processes. Implemented brand identity and market research to inform design decisions for cover images and templates for 3 Akkio social media platforms; prioritized cohesive layout, brand consistency, and color scheme.

New York, United States

Conducted desk research (i.e. journals, reports), transcribed interviews, and grouped survey data for UX design projects for clients of healthcare technology brands. Designed social cards for event speakers and assisted with multi-platform outreach/social media marketing for multiple HITLAB events. Co-produced and presented a slideshow presentation about SWOT analysis and customer discovery.

Bachelor'S Degree, Ba In Psychology | Minor In Technology, Management, And Design, Magna Cum Laude | Gpa 3.93

Activities and Societies: Presidential Honors Scholars Program, Peer Undergraduate Mentorship Program, Black Student Union E-board Member.

High School Diploma