Gabor Valyi

Gabor Valyi has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Gabor is currently the Director of UX Research at LastPass, where they lead a team of researchers and is responsible for defining the research strategy and managing team operations. Gabor has achieved significant milestones in building the team and implementing processes for research recruiting and documentation. Additionally, they have established collaboration with other insight teams within the company.

Prior to LastPass, Gabor worked at Prezi in various roles. As the Director of UX Research and Product Design, they led a team of designers and researchers in developing visual tools for remote communication. Gabor played a key role in developing and launching Prezi Video, as well as evolving Prezi into a platform of visual communication tools. Gabor also worked as a Lead UX Researcher and Senior Product Researcher at Prezi, providing strategic insights and supporting the company's transition into offering productivity tools for businesses.

Outside of Prezi, Gabor served as a Senior Lecturer at MOKK, a media research and education center. Gabor also had advisory roles at Hunnia Filmstudio and Wanted Magazine, where they contributed their expertise in creative advisory and music journalism. Gabor's early career includes project management at Frutta Elettronica Ltd. and leading the business intelligence team at MatávNet Ltd., where they conducted the first data-mining project on customer churn.

Overall, Gabor Valyi has a wealth of experience in UX research, product design, strategic insights, and team leadership, with a focus on driving business impact and customer satisfaction.

Gabor Valyi has a diverse education history. Gabor obtained their Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary, which they completed from 1995 to 1998. Gabor then pursued a Master's Degree in Media Studies at Eotvos Lorand University of Sciences in Budapest, Hungary, where they studied from 1996 to 2004. Additionally, they completed a Master's Degree in Culture, Globalisation, and the City at Goldsmiths College, University of London, UK, from 2001 to 2002. Gabor Valyi also holds a Master of Arts degree in International Relations and Economic Policy, which they acquired from Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary, between 1998 and 2000. Lastly, they earned their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sociology from Goldsmiths College, University of London, UK, completing their doctoral studies from 2007 to 2010.