Pam Polizzi
About Pam Polizzi
Pam Polizzi is a Senior Director and Head of UX at Anaplan, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in user experience research and design, with previous roles at companies such as Autodesk, Bank of America, and Peoplesoft.
Current Role at Anaplan
Pam Polizzi serves as the Senior Director and Head of UX at Anaplan. She has held this position since 2023, overseeing user experience strategies and initiatives. Prior to this role, she was the Director of UX Research at Anaplan from 2021 to 2023. Her leadership focuses on enhancing user engagement and optimizing product usability.
Previous Experience in User Experience
Pam Polizzi has extensive experience in user experience roles across various organizations. She worked at Autodesk as a Principal User Experience Designer from 2013 to 2016 and as a Principal User Researcher from 2005 to 2013. Additionally, she held the position of Senior Usability Engineer at Bank of America for one year in 2004-2005. Her previous roles have contributed to her expertise in usability studies and user-centered design.
Education and Academic Background
Pam Polizzi earned a Master of Science in Cognitive Psychology from Rutgers University. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Clark University. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in user experience and research methodologies.
Expertise in Usability Studies
Pam Polizzi specializes in conducting both formative and summative usability studies. She is skilled in heuristic evaluation and contextual inquiry, which are essential for understanding user needs and improving product design. Her experience includes creating personas and conducting remote and mobile testing, enhancing her ability to deliver user-focused solutions.
Project Management and Agile Experience
Pam Polizzi has a strong background in project management related to user experience. She is experienced in agile user stories, conceptual design, and prototyping. This expertise allows her to effectively lead teams in developing user-centered products and ensuring alignment with user needs throughout the development process.