Anna Picard
About Anna Picard
Anna Picard is a Senior Design Research Operations Specialist at IDEO, with a background in user experience research and office management. She holds an MBA and has worked at notable companies such as Wayfair and Bloomingdale's, demonstrating expertise in research processes and team management.
Current Role at IDEO
Anna Picard currently serves as a Senior Design Research Operations Specialist at IDEO, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she focuses on enhancing design research processes within the organization. Her role involves scaling and automating research processes, which contributes to the democratization of research practices. Anna's expertise in managing tooling and vendor relationships is integral to improving operational efficiency in her current position.
Previous Experience at Wayfair
Prior to her role at IDEO, Anna Picard worked at Wayfair, where she held the position of User Experience Research Ops Manager from 2019 to 2021. During her time in Boston, Massachusetts, she was responsible for overseeing research operations within the user experience team. Before that, she served as a User Experience Research Coordinator at Wayfair from 2018 to 2019, where she contributed to the development and execution of user research initiatives.
Professional Background at Bloomingdale's
Anna Picard has a background in office management and executive assistance from her time at Bloomingdale's. She worked as an Executive Assistant from 2014 to 2017 and later as an Office Manager from 2017 to 2018 in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. In these roles, she demonstrated organizational excellence and a proven track record in event planning and office management, showcasing her ability to manage multiple tasks in dynamic environments.
Education and Academic Credentials
Anna Picard holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business Management from HUB-EHSAL, which she completed from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she earned a Master's degree in Art and Culture Studies with a focus on Cultural Economics and Cultural Entrepreneurship from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, studying from 2009 to 2010. She also obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Hogeschool-Universiteit Brussel (formerly EHSAL) from 2005 to 2009.
Skills and Expertise
Anna Picard possesses a diverse skill set that includes strong communication abilities and meticulous attention to detail. She demonstrates a high level of discretion and multitasking capability in fast-paced environments. Her expertise lies in scaling and automating research processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and empowering team members through effective management and coaching. Anna is known for her organizational excellence and ability to foster a collaborative team environment.