Michael Kennedy is a Senior UX Researcher II at SimSpace since May 2024, previously serving as Lead UX Researcher at RCG Global Services, where digital transformation initiatives were executed through lean design thinking methodologies. With extensive experience at companies including SecurityScorecard and Veracode, Michael has established UX research practices and conducted exploratory studies to inform product development. Roles at IBM involved designing evidence-based experiences for cybersecurity applications, and positions at Endurance and Constant Contact focused on enhancing user experiences through extensive research methodologies. Michael holds a Master of Science in Human Factors in Information Design from Bentley University and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Media Arts from Emerson College.