Hi, I'm Andrea Wong - User Experience Research Lead at Google
I thrive on shaping user experiences for billions, particularly in complex tech environments like Google Search. My passion lies in making technology accessible and inclusive for all, driven by a global perspective and a commitment to impactful research. I excel at building bridges across cultures and disciplines.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Built global UX research infrastructure used by thousands at Google.
Leads user experience research for Google's Searchbox Suggest feature.
Can help others build inclusive products and global research practices.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Career Foundations
Developed core communication and market strategy skills in China and the US for Fortune 500s and startups, including leading content for award-winning apps and defining strategy for an e-learning initiative.
✦ Market Strategy
✦ Content Creation
✦ New Business Development
Building Google's UXR Ecosystem
Transitioned to User Experience Research at Google, establishing critical infrastructure and inclusive research practices across multiple product areas like Maps, ChromeOS, and GSuite.
✦ UX Research
✦ Product Inclusion
✦ Global Operations
Leading Core Search Experience
Currently leading UXR for Google's Searchbox Suggest, directly impacting billions of users and driving innovation in real-time information discovery.
✦ Search Technology
✦ User Experience
✦ AI/ML
Mentorship & Advocacy
Extending expertise through mentorship at IndieBio and The Masie Center, and pro-bono advising, focusing on health tech and inclusive systems.
✦ Mentorship
✦ EdTech
✦ HealthTech
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global UXR Infrastructure Builder
Pioneering scalable research practices that impact global product development.
✦ Built end-to-end UXR infrastructure used globally by thousands.
✦ Established foundational research practices for new product areas.
✦ Trained hundreds on inclusive product development strategies.
Inclusion & Accessibility Advocate
Championing user needs for underrepresented groups in tech.
✦ Led UXR for Google's Product Inclusion initiatives.
✦ Conducted foundational studies for less understood populations.
Cross-Cultural Communication Strategist
Bridging diverse markets through language and lived experience.
✦ Developed China strategy for an e-learning foundation.
✦ Managed content for Shanghai's leading English lifestyle platform.
✦ Proficient in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with innovators shaping the future of health tech and inclusive systems.
✦ Exploring collaborations to drive systemic change in healthcare accessibility.
✦ Finding mentors and peers passionate about cross-cultural technology adoption.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance on building global UXR practices from the ground up.
✦ Share expertise on creating inclusive products for diverse and underserved populations.
✦ Offer insights on international market entry and cross-cultural communication strategies.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging trends in aging population tech and healthcare solutions.
✦ Connecting with leaders in biotech focused on scalable health interventions.
✦ Finding opportunities to contribute to non-profit initiatives in education technology.