Edwin Akrong

Edwin Akrong is a co-founder and Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Katch, a startup focused on helping people reclaim their time through innovative communication solutions.1 2 Here's an overview of his background and career:

Education and Early Career

Edwin studied Bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania, initially intending to become a dentist. However, he discovered a passion for coding and digital technology during his studies.1

Professional Experience

Sports Industry:

Interned for the Philadelphia Eagles, where he helped launch some of their first apps between 2008 and 2010.1
Worked at the NBA in product management for several years.1

Startup World:

After leaving the NBA, Edwin transitioned to the startup ecosystem to focus more on product development.1
Prior to co-founding Katch, he served as:
- Director of Product Management at StayTuned Digital
- Product role at Simon Data
- Mentor at First Round Fast Track2

Katch

In 2021, Edwin co-founded Katch alongside Alessandra Knight and Paul Murphy. The company aims to address the problem of meeting fatigue and help people optimize their time, particularly in the context of remote work.1 2 Katch raised $4 million in seed funding to develop their product, which allows users to triage necessary calls and connect on-demand.1 2

Personal Insights

Edwin has shared that his experience fundraising as a Black man alongside his co-founder Alessandra Knight, a Black woman, was empowering and inspirational for others in underrepresented communities in the tech industry.1