Danielle Giffort
Principal UX ResearcherIpsos
Danielle is a sociologist-turned-UX researcher who helps teams see the bigger picture: the systems, assumptions, and power dynamics shaping design decisions. She’s worked across tech, fintech, government, and medical, both as a consultant and in-house researcher, and brings a mix of rigor and reflexivity to every project. Danielle’s especially interested in the emotions of research work, including how curiosity, uncertainty, and care shape what we learn, and in what it means to practice research thoughtfully in a constantly changing landscape.
My Session(s)
Lightning Talks
Awaiting LocationJason Telner
Jon Temple
Ali Cuthbertson
Oscar Cariceo
Mike Jin
Danielle Giffort
Join this fast-paced, high-energy session designed to spark ideas and inspire conversation at UXPA International 2026. Each speaker in this session has just 10 minutes to share a big idea, showcase a project, or highlight a unique perspective. This session consists of four lightning talks and covers a variety of topics including career development, emerging […]
Getting Out of Our Own Way – Building Confidence and Navigating Anxiety in Inclusive UX Research
Awaiting LocationThe desire to do inclusive research right can create an anxiety of getting it wrong. This isn’t just a feeling; it has real costs. Researchers might avoid studies with marginalized users, or unintentionally make our anxiety the focus of the session. When that happens, participants are sidelined, and our insights suffer. This session is a […]