Samantha Angove

Samantha Angove is an accomplished Research Operations Manager and Lead at OpenTable, where responsibilities include leading the UX research function, managing the Research Operations team, and establishing foundational research practices. Prior to OpenTable, Samantha served as a Senior Product Researcher at Shopify, driving mixed-method research and collaborating closely with R&D teams to enhance user understanding and improve product strategy. Samantha's earlier roles at Shopify included Product Researcher, UX Researcher, and Executive Assistant, contributing to significant organizational growth and operational efficiency. Samantha holds a Master's degree in Art History from Western University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Lakehead University, complemented by continuing education in art from various institutions.