Yang Chen

Yang Chen is a seasoned Product Manager with a strong technical background in Systems Design Engineering and a keen eye for design. With over 5 years of experience in roles spanning UX, engineering, and project management within multidisciplinary teams, Yang excels in leading teams towards a shared vision through collaboration, strategic roadmaps, and data-driven decision-making.

Yang Chen's educational background includes a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) with Honors and Co-op in Systems Design Engineering along with a minor in Music from the University of Waterloo. Additionally, Yang has pursued studies abroad at the University of Leeds and actively participated in the TOPS Program at Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute.

Throughout Yang Chen's professional journey, they have held prominent positions in various organizations. Notably, Yang has served as the Senior Product Manager for Growth at Warner Bros. Discovery, showcasing expertise in product development and strategy. Additionally, Yang has a rich history of roles at Shopify, including Product Manager, Associate Product Manager, and Product Designer, illustrating a comprehensive skill set in product lifecycle management.

In addition to their corporate experiences, Yang Chen has made significant contributions in the entrepreneurial space, co-founding ventures such as Dreamforge and Judio. Furthermore, Yang's diverse skill set is highlighted through roles in User Experience and Product Design at companies like PlayStation™Network - Sony Network Entertainment Int’l and Mattermost.

Yang Chen's journey also includes research and development roles, having worked as a Research Assistant at both the University of Waterloo and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. Their stint as a Solutions Prototype Developer at RED Lab @ Communitech at Manulife Financial underscores their technical prowess and innovation-driven mindset.

Noteworthy collaborations in the realm of entertainment include the role of Off-Broadway Producer, Director, and Founder at In Harmony NYC, showcasing Yang's versatile abilities outside the tech sphere. In summary, Yang Chen's diverse background and extensive experience in product management, design, engineering, and research positions them as a well-rounded professional with a holistic approach to innovation and team leadership.