Suzanne Ferguson
About Suzanne Ferguson
Suzanne Ferguson is a Senior User Experience Designer at Nureva Inc. in Calgary, Alberta, with a diverse background in engineering and design, including previous roles at Online Business Systems and Apple.
Work at Nureva
Suzanne Ferguson has been employed at Nureva Inc. since 2013, where she currently holds the position of Senior User Experience Designer. In this role, she has contributed significantly to the design of user experiences that enhance remote collaboration. Her tenure at Nureva spans over a decade, reflecting her commitment to improving user interactions through effective design strategies.
Previous Experience
Before joining Nureva, Suzanne Ferguson worked in various roles that shaped her expertise in user experience design. She served as a Systems Analyst and Developer at Online Business Systems from 2000 to 2006 in Calgary, Alberta. Following this, she transitioned to the role of Business Analyst and Interaction Designer at the same company from 2006 to 2009 in Portland, Oregon. Additionally, she worked briefly as a Creative Trainer at Apple in 2011 and as a Project Officer at the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission from 1990 to 1995.
Education and Expertise
Suzanne Ferguson has a diverse educational background that combines engineering and design. She earned a Bachelor of Engineering with distinction in Engineering Physics from the Technical University of Nova Scotia, studying from 1985 to 1988. She furthered her education with a Master's degree in Applied Science in Aerospace Science & Engineering from the University of Toronto from 1988 to 1990. In 2010, she completed a Web Design Extension Certificate at Mount Royal University, focusing on Web Design and Development.
Design Philosophy
Suzanne Ferguson focuses on creating designs that are both simple and compelling, enhancing visual collaboration. Her strong background in engineering informs her approach to user experience, allowing her to integrate technical considerations with user-centered design principles. This combination enables her to develop effective solutions that meet user needs in various contexts.