Chris Lezama
About Chris Lezama
Chris Lezama is an Experience Researcher at Adobe, specializing in design research and social impact strategies. With a diverse background that includes roles at Amazon, the University of Michigan, and Jewish Family Services, Lezama has developed expertise in running comprehensive research studies and synthesizing data to inform product development.
Current Role at Adobe
Chris Lezama has been working as an Experience Researcher at Adobe since 2021. In this role, Chris runs research studies from start to finish, which includes developing realistic research plans and recruiting participants. Chris synthesizes data into findings that support product development at Adobe. Additionally, Chris advocates for customers by articulating research findings and product ideas through clear and insightful presentations.
Previous Experience in Research and Design
Prior to joining Adobe, Chris held various roles that contributed to their expertise in research and design. Chris worked as a Design Research Intern at Amazon in 2019 for three months. Chris also served as a Qualitative Research Associate for the Rehumanizing Work Initiative at the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, Chris worked as a Design Researcher at the University of Michigan School of Public Health in 2018.
Education and Academic Background
Chris Lezama studied at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, where they achieved a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from 2017 to 2018. Chris also holds a Master of Science (MS) in Design Science, focusing on Design Research Methods and Strategy, from the University of Michigan. Furthermore, Chris completed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology and Modern Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Chris also studied Service Design at UC Berkeley Extension from 2016 to 2017.
Early Career and Community Engagement
Chris began their career with a focus on community engagement and service. They served as a Team Leader and Corps Member with AmeriCorps NCCC from 2006 to 2007. Chris also worked as a Project Information Coordinator and Restoration Technician at Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, Chris held a consulting role at Epicenter from 2011 to 2017 and later returned as a consultant from 2020 to 2021.
Interests in Social Impact Strategies
Chris Lezama has a deep interest in social impact strategies, which complements their design research expertise. This focus on social impact informs their approach to research and design, allowing Chris to advocate effectively for customer needs and contribute to meaningful product development.