Barbara Usher

Barbara Usher is a Principal AI Research Program Manager at Adobe Research, focusing on advancements in audio, video, music, speech, sound effects, animation, and interaction design since January 2025. Prior to this role, Barbara served as a Program Manager at Meta AI, where the emphasis was on supporting AI research initiatives. Barbara also held various positions at Facebook, including Business Operations Manager for Responsible Innovation, where processes were developed to enhance product responsibility, and Enterprise Engineering Program Manager, directing workplace programs for engineering teams. Earlier career experiences include consultancy roles at Cisco Systems and Google, and Barbara has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at Claremont Graduate University. Barbara holds a Ph.D. and an MS in Information Systems and Technology from Claremont Graduate University, along with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Mount Saint Mary's University.