Kurt McCulloch

Kurt McCulloch is a UX research leader focused on advancing trust, integrity, and growth in large-scale digital ecosystems. As Senior Manager of User Experience Research at LinkedIn, he leads teams exploring how human behavior, policy, and design intersect to shape equitable and reliable online experiences. His teams work has driven measurable impact—from cutting political content exposure by 90% during election cycles to expanding verified user participation and network engagement globally.

Blending a background in cultural anthropology, architecture, and an MBA in Design Strategy from California College of the Arts, Kurt brings systems thinking to complex organizational challenges. He builds research cultures that balance rigor with strategic foresight, turning insights into levers for product and societal value.