Fan G.
About Fan G.
Fan G. is a Staff UX Researcher at Faire, where he has worked since 2021. He has held various research roles at prominent companies including Airbnb, WhatsApp, Apple, and Google, and has advanced degrees in Public Policy and Survey and Data Science.
Work at Faire
Fan G. has been employed at Faire as a Staff UX Researcher since 2021. In this role, Fan focuses on user experience research, contributing to the development of products and services that enhance user engagement and satisfaction. Faire is known for its innovative approach to wholesale and retail, and Fan's expertise plays a critical role in understanding user needs and behaviors.
Previous Experience at Airbnb
Prior to joining Faire, Fan G. worked at Airbnb from 2017 to 2020. During this time, Fan held positions as Research Lead and Research Manager in San Francisco, California. In these roles, Fan was responsible for leading research initiatives that informed product development and improved user experiences across the platform.
Experience at WhatsApp
Fan G. served as the UX Research Lead at WhatsApp from 2020 to 2021. Based in Menlo Park, California, Fan's responsibilities included conducting user research to guide design decisions and enhance the overall user experience of the messaging platform.
Educational Background
Fan G. holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Policy from Beijing Normal University. Additionally, Fan earned a Master's degree in Survey and Data Science from the University of Michigan, where studies were conducted from 2010 to 2012. This educational background has equipped Fan with a strong foundation in research methodologies and data analysis.
Career Path and Early Roles
Fan G.'s career began with roles in research and consulting. Fan worked as a Research Associate at the University of Michigan's Survey Research Center from 2010 to 2012. Following this, Fan was a Research Analyst at Comscore, Inc. from 2012 to 2014. Other early experiences include an internship as a Strategy Consultant at Accenture in 2009 and a User Experience Research Internship at Google in 2011.