Laura Fulton is User Experience Researcher at Google, driving innovation for wearable technology. She earned her Masters of Human-Computer Interaction from Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science and holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh.
Laura combines a deep understanding of both the technical and human aspects of product design. Within Google’s Hardware Wearables Team, Laura plays a pivotal role in user experiences of cutting-edge products; released products include Google Pixel Buds Pro earbuds and the Google Pixel Watch. At Google, she has hosted summer interns and is involved with mentorship for new college graduates.
Outside of Google, Laura’s connection to academia remains strong. She presently serves as an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University’s Integrated Innovation Institute.
Her career journey spans across the tech sector. Former experience as a Product Manager at EA and Apple, as well as her role as a Mechanical Product Designer at Microsoft, have enriched her perspective on technology advancements as well as ability to collaborate within different organizations.