Polly Allen

Polly M. Allen is a seasoned technology professional with an extensive background in product management, software development, and AI leadership. Here's a comprehensive overview of her professional profile:

Professional Background

Current Role:: Founder & Principal Consultant in Data, Product, and Strategy1

Career Highlights

• Amazon Experience

  • Principal Product Manager at Alexa AI
  • Previously Software Development Manager in various roles12

• Key Professional Positions

  • Director of Product Management at Elsevier (2017-2018)
  • Director of Product Management at Plum Analytics (2015-2017)
  • Corporate Board Member at PeopleHedge (2018-2019)1

Educational Credentials

• Universities:
  • University of Victoria: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology:
    • Master of Science in Computer Science
    • Visiting Researcher in Software Engineering Research Lab
  • The University of British Columbia: MBA in Business Administration
  • Pragmatic Marketing: Foundations, Focus & Build Certification (2016)1

Professional Focus

Specializations::

• AI/ML Product Management
• Data Strategy
• Product Development
• Enterprise Software
• AI Leadership Coaching345

Notable Achievements

• Helped integrate PlumX metrics throughout Elsevier's research platforms
• Worked on Alexa's natural language processing and AI understanding
• Founded AI Career Boost to help product and business leaders thrive in AI leadership234

Polly Allen is recognized for her expertise in AI product management, with a unique journey from software engineering to becoming a prominent AI product leadership coach and consultant.