Christie McAllister
Turning Research Into Strategy.
Shaping the Future of Digital Experiences.
About Me…
I’m Christie McAllister, an Experience Research Lead and strategic innovator with over 15 years of experience transforming research into actionable business strategy.
From building insights-driven cultures at Autodesk to guiding executive teams through market shifts, I specialize in connecting customer understanding, business analytics, and emerging technology to create digital experiences that fuel growth.
I’m passionate about pushing research beyond insights—into innovation, monetization strategy, and enterprise transformation. My approach combines rigorous methods with a forward-looking mindset, often experimenting with AI and LLMs to scale impact and accelerate decision-making.
“Why Hire Me”
Proven Research Leader — Scaled global research programs at Autodesk, building teams, processes, and repositories that shaped company-wide strategy.
Multi-Method Expertise — Skilled in both qualitative and quantitative research, blending customer insights with business analytics.
AI-Driven Innovation — Pioneered the use of AI and LLMs in research to scale insights, accelerate decision-making, and create new strategic opportunities.
Cross-Functional Influence — Experienced aligning product, finance, marketing, and executive stakeholders around actionable insights.
Business Strategy Focus — Expertise in monetization models, pricing research, and market intelligence to drive sustainable growth.
Trusted Leadership — Built high-performing teams, chaired research councils, and fostered insights-driven cultures across organizations.