Soyoung Lee

Soyoung Lee Email and Phone Number

Asia Regional Manager - Senior Business Programs & Operations Manager- Azure & AI in Microsoft, author of 2 books about Community Leadership and partnership @ Microsoft
Redmond, WA
Soyoung Lee's Location
Seoul, Seoul, South Korea, United States
About Soyoung Lee

With a dynamic 25-year tenure in the IT industry, I stand at the forefront of the latest technological advancements as the Asia Time-zone Manager for Microsoft's Global Influencer Program. In this pivotal role, I strategize and execute initiatives that amplify AI and technology adoption across Asia, leveraging the expertise of Microsoft tech influencers. As a Community Program Manager, I spearhead influential programs in Korea, India, Australia and India, cultivating robust IT communities and fostering key influencer partnerships. My journey began in product marketing for Microsoft online services, transitioning into strategic roles where I spearheaded business planning and partnerships across Asia, notably in Shanghai and Tokyo. My entrepreneurial spirit led me to launch a startup, enriching the online landscape with innovative content and communities. My expertise spans the Pan-Asia market, with a proven track record of identifying opportunities and nurturing relationships, underscored by my exemplary leadership and team management skills.

Soyoung Lee's Current Company Details
Microsoft

Microsoft

View
Asia Regional Manager - Senior Business Programs & Operations Manager- Azure & AI in Microsoft, author of 2 books about Community Leadership and partnership
Redmond, WA
Website:
microsoft.com
Employees:
10
Company phone:
0124 415 8000
Soyoung Lee Work Experience Details
  • Microsoft
    Regional Manager, Asia Time Zone - Senior Business Program And Operations - Ai+Cloud
    Microsoft Sep 2018 - Present
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    Leading Asia Community Program Management team across China, India, Japan, Korea, South-East Asia and ANZ to connect our community thought leaders, technical experts and influencers with opportunities to influence our technology roadmap, inspire advocacy within the community, and promote a diverse and inclusive community both online and offline.
  • Microsoft
    Tech Influencer Marketing Manager (Apac)
    Microsoft Apr 2016 - Sep 2018
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    I'm responsible for hiring and engaging top tech influencers throughout APAC for Microsoft influencer program known as Microsoft MVP. I'm managing around 400 top tech influencers in 14 different countries like Korea, South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand who are experts of Cloud technology, Software Development, IT engineering, etc. It's also important responsibility to engage with tech influencers for field business and projects.
  • Microsoft
    Tech Influencer Marketing Manager (Korea, Australia, Nz)
    Microsoft Apr 2013 - Apr 2016
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    I'm responsible for hiring and engaging top tech influencers throughout APAC for Microsoft influencer program known as Microsoft MVP. I'm managing around 400 top tech influencers in 14 different countries like Korea, South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand who are experts of Cloud technology, Software Development, IT engineering, etc. It's also important responsibility to engage with tech influencers for field business and projects.
  • Microsoft
    Tech Audience Marketing Manager (Korea)
    Microsoft Apr 2011 - Apr 2012
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    I'm responsible for hiring and engaging top tech influencers throughout APAC for Microsoft influencer program known as Microsoft MVP. I'm managing around 400 top tech influencers in 14 different countries like Korea, South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand who are experts of Cloud technology, Software Development, IT engineering, etc. It's also important responsibility to engage with tech influencers for field business and projects.
  • Microsoft
    Senior Product Marketing Manager
    Microsoft May 2008 - Apr 2011
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    As a senior producr marketing manager for all Windows Live services in Microsoft Korea. Including marketing strategy building, Operational execution and cross team work building was a major role
  • Microsoft
    Product Marketing Manager
    Microsoft Jan 2004 - Apr 2008
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    I was responsible for product marketing of online services in Microsoft Windows like MSN Messenger, Hotmail and all of Windows live products. My responsibilities include driving product launches including developing the marketing strategy and plan, developing the value proposition and segmentation model of the products, continue to push forward the customer insights work, and managing customer issues and escalations from the field. I also participated in product development process for Microsoft Corp product team by providing product insight around Korea's leading social services like Cyworld and drove project of building plug-in services on MSN Messenger service like a paid Avatar service on Messenger. I have received several awards like CPE end user award and best marketing campaign award which are awards for employees who have demonstrated superior results on service improvement for users worldwide.
  • Neowiz
    Business Planning Manager, Oversea Business Manager
    Neowiz Jan 2001 - Dec 2003
    My responsibility includes service and business management of online services of Neowiz which is one of the biggest online game and digital service company in Korea. I was also a team leader of building some of digital products around online music streaming and game. I took responsibility of planning the user scenario and also business forecasting and managing. I was responsible for the China and Japan Internet market research to seek business opportunity. I took part in the marketing activities of Sayclub Japan service with the joint venture partner of Neowiz, Toshiba and I worked with Shanghai telecome to build business partnership for Neowiz China
  • Wabazaba
    Co-Founder, Marketing And Contents Manager
    Wabazaba Oct 1998 - Oct 2001
    Co-founded Wabazaba Co. Ltd whose main business was building and operating websites targeting specific demographic groups such as university students, career women or men. I was responsible for contents building and marketing of the websites. The company is merged with DKIMS Co., Ltd. Whose main business is the online marketing. I also conducted marketing promotions with online business team at Microsoft and contributed for MSN Messenger to become No.1 Messenger service in Korea.

Soyoung Lee Education Details

  • Helsingin Kauppakorkeakoulu
    Helsingin Kauppakorkeakoulu
    And Related Support Services
  • Hanyang University
    Hanyang University
    Education
  • Beijing Language And Culture University
    Beijing Language And Culture University
    Chinese Language 8+ Level

Frequently Asked Questions about Soyoung Lee

What company does Soyoung Lee work for?

Soyoung Lee works for Microsoft

What is Soyoung Lee's role at the current company?

Soyoung Lee's current role is Asia Regional Manager - Senior Business Programs & Operations Manager- Azure & AI in Microsoft, author of 2 books about Community Leadership and partnership.

What schools did Soyoung Lee attend?

Soyoung Lee attended Helsingin Kauppakorkeakoulu, Hanyang University, Beijing Language And Culture University.

Who are Soyoung Lee's colleagues?

Soyoung Lee's colleagues are Aya Ayoub, Eddie Sommerville, Shaik Bakshu, Dalli Ale, Heba Fadul, Werdna Boltav, Rendy Rahardy.

Free Chrome Extension

Find emails, phones & company data instantly

Find verified emails from LinkedIn profiles
Get direct phone numbers & mobile contacts
Access company data & employee information
Works directly on LinkedIn - no copy/paste needed
Get Chrome Extension - Free

Aero Online

Your AI prospecting assistant

Download 750 million emails and 100 million phone numbers

Access emails and phone numbers of over 750 million business users. Instantly download verified profiles using 20+ filters, including location, job title, company, function, and industry.