HOLLY
OKONKWO, Ph.D.

Anthropologist, Professor, and User Experience Researcher.


Ux Portfolio


As an anthropologist in the technology industry and public sector, my work focuses on uncovering the critical junctures, experiences and product interactions that contribute to user sentiment and understanding. I am a highly skilled mixed methods researcher with expertise includes ethnography, in-depth interviews, discourse analysis and usability testing. My research is holistic, national and transnational in scope to inform product development, policy, and strategy. My areas of expertise include Commerce & Monetization, Education Technology, and Public Sector Service design.

Sample Projects

  • Facebook Marketplace
    • User Perception and Experiences with Scams
    • Commerce Policy Education & Enforcement
    • Young Adults on Marketplace Deep Dive
    • Trust & Safety Tools
    • Live-shopping in Indonesia
  • eBay
    • New Payment Transition Experience
    • Buyer Trust Signals
    • New Seller Experience
  • Public Sector
    • Public Safety: Police department services
    • New City Business Portal and Database
    • Economic Development Blueprint

Get in Touch

I uncover key user experiences that shape
sentiment & understanding.

Don’t make users think! As far as humanly possible, when you look at a web page, it should be self-evident, obvious, and self-explanatory. People should be able to ‘get it’ – what it is and how to use it – without expending too much cognitive effort

Steve Krug
Author of Don't Make Me Think

User experience is the net result of the interaction between a user and a product. It’s not just about usability or aesthetics, it’s about how the entire system interacts with the person and meets their needs. Every piece, no matter how small, should work together to create a seamless and cohesive experience.

Jesse James Garrett
Author of The Elements of User Experience



My UX Portfolio

"Africa, in many fields,
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