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:

"We have to embrace relational power and its necessity in a distributed knowledge environment."
Shifting dynamics: The evolving relationship between researchers, participants, and organizational systems
March 11, 2025

"We must shift from being rigid in our skillsets to having an open mindset for innovative applications."
Theme Panel
March 11, 2025

"We are living in the death of an expert."
Industry junctures: Paths forwards for UXR and the critical decisions that get us there [Advancing Research Community Workshop Series]
October 2, 2024

"Collaboration can reveal systemic problems that need addressing, such as inconsistent terminology."
Collaboration: learning from other fields beyond our own [Advancing Research Community Workshop Series]
August 7, 2024

"Change management isn't just about managing processes; it requires understanding people's behaviors."
A Genuine Conversation about the Future of UX Research
March 20, 2024