I led teams across product, community outreach, trust & safety, business operations, and community support.

I led the product management function in an interim capacity while searching for a new leader. Along with managing Group and Senior level PMs, I helped hire / close 3 new PMs.

In addition to overseeing international growth, I led a new product team focused on growing the Kickstarter backer community.

Hired to build out an International team responsible for Kickstarter's international community in 20+ countries across APAC, North America, and Europe.• Led new country launches (Japan, Mexico, Hong Kong, Singapore), driving the highest area of growth and ROI for the company• Recruited, hired, and managed employees, consultants, and agencies in local markets• Managed localization of the website + mobile apps in Spanish, German, French, and Japanese• Coordinated with legal team to perform government relations work to assess risk and opportunity• Identified and negotiated local partnerships to increase brand awareness and creator acquisition

Advising the founders to build the premier digital bank in Mexico.

Neocha was the first social networking site dedicated to artists, musicians, and the emerging creative class in China. With a mission to celebrate Chinese creativity, Neocha has evolved into an award-winning creative agency and online magazine.I co-founded the company, acted as CEO for the first 4 years, and continue to serve as an advisor / board member.

Oversaw a variety of strategic partnerships with a focus on licensing for product integrations involving art and animation across Facebook. This work involved identifying and sourcing external partners, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring smooth roll-out with product teams.The main products I worked on were Facebook stickers, Photos, Messenger and weather integrations across Facebook.

Built a global team of 10 full-time employees and 9 contractors, covering all aspects of Facebook Platform's operations. The main product I worked on was Facebook Login.I was also part of the core team that launched Facebook Audience Network, where I was responsible for publisher onboarding, support, and fraud protection.

Advised clients on China market-entry strategy, including M&A activities, consumer branding and competitive strategy assessment.

Worked summer harvests on our family wheat farm and learned the value of hard day's work.