Amol Patil

Amol Patil is a dedicated product geek with a passion for creating user-centric designs and experiences. His strong technical background enables him to bridge the gap between design and implementation, fostering effective collaboration with various stakeholders. Amol is a firm believer in core product principles like 'Design is how it works', data-informed decision-making, 'Start with an end in mind', and prioritizing the Minimum Lovable Product (MLP) over the Minimum Viable Product (MVP).

With a proven track record in product management, Amol has successfully launched and scaled B2B and B2B2C products, demonstrating his ability to take initiatives from ideation to implementation and further growth. He excels in team building and driving organizational culture, fostering environments conducive to innovation and success.

Education-wise, Amol holds a Master's degree (M.S.) in Software Product Management from Carnegie Mellon University, where he graduated with a remarkable GPA of 3.92 out of 4.0. He also completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the State University of New York at Buffalo, showcasing a strong academic foundation in technology and product development.

Amol's professional journey includes roles at reputable organizations such as Square, where he served as a Senior Product Manager, and past positions at Loop, Carta, WePay, and CarDash. He also gained valuable experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Carnegie Mellon University and honed his entrepreneurial skills as the Co-Founder of Wallie. His earlier career span includes roles as a Software Engineer at ZestFinance and Cerner Corporation, as well as internships in mobile and web development at Quinlan & Company. Amol's diverse experiences, ranging from technical roles to teaching and entrepreneurship, have equipped him with a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of the product lifecycle.