Joanna Ho
About Joanna Ho
Joanna Ho serves as the Assistant Director of User Experience Design & Development at the American Chemical Society, where she leads a design team to enhance digital products. With over 15 years of experience in user experience design and web development, she has held various roles in notable organizations, including a decade at the American Chemical Society.
Work at American Chemical Society
Joanna Ho currently serves as the Assistant Director of User Experience Design & Development at the American Chemical Society (ACS), a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she leads a design team that focuses on enhancing the value of design and user experiences across the organization. Prior to her current role, she worked at ACS for a decade as the Senior Manager of Design and Front-End Development, where she contributed to various web and digital product initiatives. Her extensive experience at ACS has positioned her as a key figure in advancing user experience strategies within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Joanna Ho earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Imaging and Digital Art, specializing in Web & Interactivity Design and 3D Animation, from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. With over 15 years of experience in User Experience Design and web development, she possesses a strong foundation in both design and technical aspects of digital products. Her educational background supports her expertise in creating user-centered designs that enhance engagement and usability.
Professional Background
Joanna Ho has a diverse professional background in user experience and web design. She began her career as a Web Designer at Science Systems and Application, Inc from 2005 to 2006. She then worked as a Research Assistant at New Media Studio from 2006 to 2008, followed by a role as a UI Designer/Developer Consultant at COMSYS from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as a UI/UX Designer Consultant at WeatherBug by xAd from 2012 to 2013. Before joining ACS, she freelanced as a Design Consultant from 2003 to 2017, gaining a broad range of experience in the field.
Career Progression
Joanna Ho's career has seen significant progression within the American Chemical Society. She initially joined ACS as a Lead Front End Developer/Designer from 2012 to 2014, where she focused on front-end development and design. Her contributions led to her promotion to Senior Manager of Design and Front-End Development, a role she held for ten years until her current position as Assistant Director. This trajectory reflects her growing responsibilities and impact on user experience initiatives within the organization.