Meet Our Team

We are psychologists with an extensive background in understanding human behavior. We are experts equipped with the skills, tools and knowledge to help you create intuitive, useful and delightful products for your customers.

MONICA SNIDEMAN, Ph.D.

Managing Partner

​Monica holds a M.A. and Ph.D. in Cognitive Experimental Psychology from Rice University, with a focus in Cognitive Neuroscience. Her interest in the human brain translated easily to the applied field of user experience, where she enjoys the process of understanding human behavior and perception. For the past 20 years, she has used her research skills to identify ways in which products can become more usable and intuitive. Her experience includes research with a wide range of websites, software, and hardware. Her projects have spanned a wide variety of companies across multiple sectors, including technology, healthcare, and energy/oil and gas.

CHRISTY HARPER, M.A.

Managing Partner

​Christy holds a B.S. and M.A. in Psychology from UHCL, where she is a Distinguished Alumni. For 18 years she worked at Compaq and HP first as a researcher and later managing the HF/UX research team responsible for the iterative design and improvement of products in the personal computing space. Prior work includes research for education, digital entertainment products, IoT and input devices. Her primary area of expertise is contextual/ethnographic research and human factors research applied to new product design.

ANDREA WILSON, M.S.

Lead UX Researcher

Andrea holds a M.S. in Human Factors Psychology from the University of Houston–Clear Lake.  Her experience includes research with software, hardware, prototyping, and usability. She is a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, former president of the HFES Student Chapter at UHCL and current secretary for Houston HFES.

WILL ALTHOFF, M.S.

UX Researcher

Will holds a M.S. in Human Factors Psychology from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in Human Factors Psychology. He earned a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Professional Writing. Will has spent the last four years studying serious games application and human-automation interaction. During that time, he gained experience running usability tests, designing novel research studies and programming games and applications. Will is also a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.

ERIKA FERRIS, M.S.

UX Researcher
Erika holds an M.S. in Applied Human Factors Psychology from the University of Houston-Clear Lake, where she also earned a  B.S. in Psychology, with a double major in Criminology.  Erika has worked in the Perception and Action Lab, where she has helped with usability studies with gaming peripherals, comparisons of computer hardware, and serious games. Erika is also a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society and a former member of the HFES Student Chapter at UHCL.

TAYLOR MARQUIS, M.S.

UX Researcher

​​Taylor is a graduate student at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, studying Human Factors Psychology. He graduated from Sam Houston State University with a B.A. in Psychology and a Minor in Business Communications. Taylor is a graduate research assistant in the Perception and Action Lab (PandA Lab) and is assisting in academic research on immersive technologies and environments (VR). Taylor is also a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, and is part of the HFES Student Chapter at UHCL.
SIBBIE PRIESTLY, M.S.
UX Research Associate
Sibbie is a graduate student at the University of Houston-Clear Lake earning her M.S. in Human Factors Psychology. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a B.A. in Psychology and a Minor in General Business. Sibbie is a graduate research assistant in the Perception and Action Lab (PandA Lab) and is assisting in academic research on immersive technologies and environments (VR). Sibbie is also a member of the National Human Factors and Ergonomics Society and is Co-President of the HFES Student Chapter at UHCL.

SYDNEY STALLWORTH, M.S.

UX Research Associate
Sydney is a graduate student at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, studying Human Factors Psychology. She earned a B.A. in Psychology at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Sydney is a graduate research assistant in the Decision-making, Automation, Advice and Games lab where she is currently conducting research to inform recommendations for heads-up display design use in firefighter decision-making in search and rescue missions. Sydney is also a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, and is part of the HFES Student Chapter at UHCL.

PALLAVI BANERJEE 

UX Research Assistant
Pallavi is a UX researcher and designer based in Herndon, Virginia. She has an MS degree in Human-Centered Computing from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
She is an advocate for discovering user needs and incorporating them into the design. She is mindful of diverse human abilities, languages, culture, gender identities, and age. With her on the team, we will have an advocate for inclusive solutions.
Before transitioning to Human-centered interaction, she had training as an architect from BIT Mesra and landscape architect from the School of Planning and Architecture. She has worked as a landscape architect, architect, and interior designer.

AMANDA KASSICK

UX Research Intern 

Amanda is a graduate student at the University of Houston - Clear Lake, studying Human Factors Psychology. She has earned an MBA in Consumer Sciences from ESPM and a Bachelors Degree in Business - Marketing from UFRGS, both in Brazil, where she is originally from. Amanda has worked as a Project Manager and has a background in Market Research. She is now applying her knowledge and experience in the UX world. ​

JAZMIN COCKRELL

UX Research Intern 

Jazmin holds a B.S. in Digital Media with a minor in Organizational Leadership and Supervision from the University of Houston. She has experience working as a usability research assistant and freelance web/ux design. Jazmin is currently a co-lead for Hexagon Houston where she supports womxn and non-binary folx through their UX career journey with skill-building events, networking opportunities, and a supportive community.

MADISON SCHEAR

UX Research Intern 

Madison is a graduate student at the University of Houston - Clear Lake, studying Human Factors Psychology. She graduated from Northern Arizona University with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Business. Madison is a graduate research assistant in the Decision-making, Automation, Advice, and Gaming Lab (DAang Lab) and is assisting in academic research on serious games technologies for the classroom. Madison is also a member of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society and is part of the HFES Student Chapter at UHCL.

JONATHAN HOWARD

Research Recruiting Specialist

​Jonathan is one of our Research Recruiting Specialists. He helps our studies run smoothly and  keep the clients and participants happy. He helps us update our database, maintain our  records and successfully fulfill our day to day operations. He has a degree in Business Management from Brigham Young University and prior work includes a Communications Internship for the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce. 
ELIZABETH MATTHEWS
Research Recruiting Specialist 
Elizabeth is one of our Research Recruiting Specialists. She ensures the location and management of research participants from verifying that  their information is correct and up to date, to scheduling and reminding participants of their appointments to ensure a good show rate. Using various resource tools, sourcing strategies, and techniques Elizabeth helps find the best participants to meet our clients' needs.  She holds a BA in Political Science from Texas A&M University and previously worked at Korn Ferry in their Executive Search practice.
MALOBIKA BHATTACHARJEE 
Research Recruiting Associate
​Malobika is one of our Research Recruiting Associates. She has her MSc in Human Resource Management from the University of Bradford, UK and holds a BA in Political Science with a minor in Economics from Gauhati University - Assam, India. Malobika also holds an LL.B degree in India, equivalent to a JD degree here in the US. Her experiences include recruitment and international communication.
TIERRA BROOKS
Research Recruiting Associate
Tierra is a research recruiting associate. She has a Master’s degree in Sociology from Middle Tennessee State University. Prior work experience has provided her with a diverse background in sociological research with a special interest in social issues and training along with expertise in qualitative research, participant recruitment, and qualitative/thematic data analysis.  
BRANDY MORGAN
Research Recruiting Associate
Brandy is one of our Research Recruiting Associates. She holds a BS in Criminal Justice with a minor in Forensic Science from American Intercontinental University. She also holds a certificate in Practical Nursing and is a veteran of the United States Army, both as a soldier and as a civilian working in federal security. Her varied work experience has inspired her passion in social and economic issues.  
HANNAH KENNEDY
Research Recruiting Associate
Hannah Kennedy is a Research Recruiting Associate with End to End User Research. She has a vast amount of experience as a social media marketing and eLearning coordinator in the nonprofit and technology sector. As marketing coordinator, Hannah has utilized marketing and advertising strategies geared towards creating content aimed at recruiting donors, volunteers and 45+ attendees on a monthly basis for the ACSS Careerworks and Access eLearning programs. With experience spanning more than 12 years B2B and B2C, Hannah’s specialties include photography, videography, voiceover, and design. Hannah is a resident of Atlanta, GA and is currently studying Psychology at Cappella University.
CATHERINE DAVIS
Communication Intern
Catherine is our first Communication Intern. She creates advertisements and social media posts for our research opportunities and helps find participants that meet our client's needs  Catherine is currently getting her BA in Communication from The University of Houston - Clear Lake. Her experiences include graphic design, writing and photography.

CHARITY ADAMS

Operations Manager

​Charity is our office manager and our go-to for the business side of our organization. She ensures that everyone has what they need to accomplish their work in an enjoyable environment. From music, supplies, snacks, and smiles to recruiting, scheduling, records and budgets, she keeps us running, enabling us to focus on your research needs. Charity holds a B.A. in Oral Communication from Weber State University and has extensive experience running non-profit organizations.

MORGAN FORD

Office Assistant

Morgan is an office assistant. She welcomes our clients and participants into our facility and makes sure everyone feels safe, comfortable and appreciated. She helps with office work, scheduling and recruiting. Morgan is currently pursuing a B.S. in Psychology and Anthropology at the University of Houston and plans on attending graduate school at the University of Houston - Clear Lake for Human Factors Psychology.

SAM MANCUSO

Office Assistant

Sam is one of our office assistants. He greets you and welcomes you into our establishment and makes sure you are ready for your study. He helps out with contacting participants for our future studies and creating a welcoming environment in our office. Sam is currently attending Lone Star College for Finance. He plans on starting a small business with his friend after college.