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  For many companies, understanding and acting on the critical importance of Website usability for commerce and branding purposes is a daunting task. You need a highly strategic thinker plus a hands-on tactical implementer. Ciarda is both and much more. Her level of pre-project research and diligence is top-notch. Ciarda is one of the rare consultants who can easily break-down complex technical issues into easy to digest and business relatable morsels which executive, sales and marketing teams can readily act upon. Even after the client engagement has ceased, Ciarda is still accessible and provides valuable feedback. She is also the fastest and most skilled Microsoft Visio user I have ever seen. I highly recommend Ciarda to all those in need of a top-level interactive business consultant.
Ondar Tarlow
VP, Head of Marketing & Public Relations, First Team Real Estate
   
    I recommend Ciarda wholeheartedly for any user-centered design or management role. Not only does Ciarda have strong skills in information architecture, visual design, prototyping and usability testing, but she is a direct, organized and enjoyable leader of technical teams. Her combination of technical, client and colleagues skills enable her to deliver a top-notch creative product while remaining within the designated budget. Cheers to Ciarda - a Web design star!
Mark Hill
Project Director, Human Factors International
   
    We searched for a new designer for months until we finally found Ciarda. Not only did she come with stellar recommendations but we all knew from the moment we started talking with her that she was the one. She proved herself immediately with immense creativity, intense attention to details and a strong work ethic. I would work with, for or hire Ciarda any time.
Jessica Merz
Senior Product Designer, MarketTools, Inc.top
   
    Ciarda is a fantastic User Experience professional with a sharp, analytical mind and a good sense for building excellent user interfaces. She excels at leading a project to the best result possible and works with a variety of teams easily. Her design work is impeccable, and her client and project management are top notch. She frequently asks the difficult questions. I truly enjoyed having her as a co-worker and would work with her again in a heartbeat.
Sean McLeary
Project Director, Course Instructor, Human Factors International
   
   

Ciarda is a fantastic resource for our web development company, both as an interface designer and project manager. She brings a level of knowledge to the design and implementation processes that allows us to deliver top-notch quality results every time. And she's a pleasure to work with.
Gil Kasparek
Principal, WebPragma

   
    Ciarda is an exceptional talent and at the top of her game as a UX strategist, designer, and director. I've had the good fortune of watching Ciarda lead several high profile engagements as a Project Director at HFI. She consistently creates that 'wow' factor through great design acumen and inspired leadership. Ciarda is a great listener, problem solver, and extremely proficient in all aspects of UX research and design. Her tremendous sense of humor which makes her fun to work with - but the bottom line is she delivers high quality without exception. She is a powerful asset to any UX team, at all levels. One of the best I've ever worked with, I recommend Ciarda highly without hesitation.
Phil Goddard
VP Western Region, Human Factors Internationaltop
   
    Ciarda Henderson-Geist is an exceptionally talented and well-rounded usability consultant. She is both methodical and innovative, an elusive combination in today's often segmented and specialized business climate.

Ciarda consistently demonstrates top-notch project management skills. Her budgets are on target, her expectations high yet reasonable, and her commitment to cooperation and quality evident.

Ciarda's ability to run large-scale projects is matched only by her keen eye for innovative solutions to design challenges. Her extensive graphic design background is the perfect complement and a commitment to user-centered design. Where some feel constrained by a focus on end users, Ciarda rises to the challenge. In the years we have worked together, I have yet to encounter a Web application beyond her reach.

Ciarda is, quite simply, one of the best visual and user-centered designers around. Any client or employer would be well served by hiring Ciarda.
Eric Olive
Owner, The Creative Scribe, LLC
   
    Ciarda was the first Project Director I had the opportunity to work with at HFI and truly set the bar for me in terms of excellence in design strategy and effective client/project management. We've worked together on a number of projects including portals, intranet and web apps, and her ability to clearly define a site or application is really unmatched. From her wire frame designs to her information architecture plans, she has always made my role as a visual designer feel effortless and complete. If you ever have the chance to work with Ciarda, take it!
Karen Fojas Lee
Consulting Senior Visual Designer, Human Factors International
   
    I have worked with Ciarda within the same Regional office for several years and we have had the opportunity to work together directly on a couple of projects. Ciarda's attention to detail and focus on high-quality workproducts is impressive. She has a highly collaborative style, always listening to inputs form other and bringing her own great ides to the table. She is highly technically proficient in the field of user experience. She is also a lot of fun to work with - helping keep the mood light and productive.
Stephen Fleming-Prot
User Experience Strategist, Human Factors Internationaltop
   
    Ciarda is an excellent manager and leader to work with. Detail oriented yet flexible and understanding. She knows how to bring out the best in her team through positive feedback and motivation. She has a knack for putting the client at ease and wining their confidence. Projects under her care are guaranteed to succeed. I thoroughly enjoyed every project Ciarda and I worked on at Human Factors International and would love any opportunity to work with her again!
Deypika Singh
Consulting Lead Usability Analyst, Human Factors International
   
    I had the pleasure of working with Ciarda Henderson-Geist at Human Factors International. Ciarda is a fantastic Designer and Usability Specialist. One of my main jobs at HFI was to convince potential clients that we had the best talent in the industry and therefore the best value. Ciarda made my job easy. She always over-delivered and brought a level of creativity to every project that never failed to impress. Ciarda is incredibly efficient in her work and always came in on-time and under budget. I look forward to the next opportunity for us to work together again. Anyone who hires Ciarda for a project or as an employee is making a very smart move and is going to be extremely satisfied with the results... you just can't loose with Ciarda.
Arek Reeder
Director of Business Development, Human Factors International
   
    Over the last few years I've had several opportunities to work with Ciarda on several projects, many of which were challenging in terms of scope, timelines, and logistics. In each instance, it was Ciarda's leadership, technical expertise and unbeatable drive for excellence that made us create excellent deliverables and ensure client satisfaction. Throughout our interactions, Ciarda demonstrated by example, how success is achieved through superior user-centered visioning, pragmatic research, intelligent design and meticulous project management. Over and above these, her genuineness and sincere concern for co-workers and clients alike facilitated great working relationships and team engagement. I have learnt a lot from Ciarda and have no hesitation in recommending her as one of the finest experts in the UX space. I look forward to collaborating with her again.
Vir Dasmahapatra
Senior Usability Specialist, Human Factors International
Client Comments   "I just had to tell you that we had the first public unveiling of our new employee site last week. I did a demo for our sales staff who was in from across the country. Upon their first site, the room was filled with oohs and aahs. They were truly in awe. The credit is yours."

Lynn Nagel
Director of Employer Services Development, WageWorks
   
    "You hit the ball out of the park on our last web site with perfect execution!
Thank you."

Frank Mara
Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Movaris, Inc.
   
    "You obviously do good work - everyone is always pleased with your deliverables."

Helene Randle
Principal, Client Servers LLC
   
    "HG Design surprised us by cheerfully turning our project around in record time while meeting our mandatory requirements for first quality results."

Nancy Powers
SVP, Seton Smoke Capital Management
   
    "You were handed a hot potato under strained circumstances, tight deadlines, limited budget…and excelled!  I am in awe of your accomplishments.  Thank you for your excellence in action!!”

Ed Frease
 Director of Business Development, Government
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