So, who is this person, anyway?

Hi! I'm Allison Corbett. I've worked as a principal or lead product designer at PrismHR, MathWorks, CA Technologies and KeyBank.

I specialize in designs that actually ship in complex domains. I love wrapping my brain around a new problem and thinking through the best way to make it just simple enough (but no simpler!).

I came to UX down a winding road that included consulting, instructional design, and coding. I'm fascinated by people, and throughout my career I've been drawn to projects that allow me to tackle interesting problems and help people interface with technology.

I love making stuff. In the past I've designed T-shirts for my kayak polo team; made sets, props, and an online ticketing system for community theater; and built an open-source, themable RPG character builder. I'm a sucker for a good Halloween costume and have designed and sewn a bunch for myself and my family.

In my copious spare time (ha!) I'm working on a historical fantasy novel and short stories. I spend as much time as possible outdoors on foot, on a bike, or in a kayak. I do the occasional triathlon because apparently (?) I needed one more hobby that requires a lot of gear.

I live in the Boston MetroWest area with my family, a slightly neurotic dog, and an improbable number of amphibians.