Robert Fabricant
Co-Founder & Partner, Dalberg Design
Robert Fabricant is a visionary leader working at the forefront of design in the social impact space. Through innovative collaborations, evidence-based approaches, and deep community engagement, Robert is committed to tackling pressing global challenges for marginalized communities. As the co-founder of Dalberg Design, he has assembled a diverse and passionate creative team across four continents dedicated to addressing locally relevant issues with global significance. With over 30 years of design experience, Robert's expertise ranges from interactive environments and medical devices to open data platforms and civic services. He was a contributing author to the acclaimed book "User Friendly" and previously co-led the creative team at frog design.
Rosenverse talks by Robert:
" Knowledge sits on a shelf. Understanding is an active way to engage and connect people. "
Shifting dynamics: The evolving relationship between researchers, participants, and organizational systems
March 11, 2025
" Skin folk aren’t necessarily kinfolk — diversity doesn’t magically prevent inequitable research. "
Theme Panel
March 11, 2025
" Research participants are demanding that we see them as equals rather than vessels to extract knowledge from. "
Industry junctures: Paths forwards for UXR and the critical decisions that get us there [Advancing Research Community Workshop Series]
October 2, 2024
" You have to invest in relationships so you can ask for a favor later; collaboration is like a marriage you work on every day. "
Collaboration: learning from other fields beyond our own [Advancing Research Community Workshop Series]
August 7, 2024
" If we are truly going to create customer-centric organizations, every single person needs firsthand exposure to customers. "
A Genuine Conversation about the Future of UX Research
March 20, 2024
