Akanksha A.

As a Lead Product Manager for Microsoft, I leverage my data-driven decision making and technical product management skills to deliver cutting-edge solutions in the communications and collaboration platform for Microsoft Teams. I have also worked on AI Infrastructure Planning and Management, Cloud Management and Cloud Governance space. With over 8 years of experience as a Product Manager, I have a proven track record of driving product strategy, data analytics, program management, and problem-solving for various cloud services and infrastructure products. Before joining Microsoft, I contributed to the success of VMware's hybrid-cloud offering - VMware Cloud on AWS, by spearheading the analytics strategy, designing interactive in-app marketing content, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. In addition, I played a pivotal role at a fast-growing startup, Gramshree as their lead Product Manager. I also have software development experience at SAP ranging from product development, functional consulting to SAP implementation for Fortune 100 clients. I hold an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University, where I focused on strategy, business technologies, marketing, and organizational behavior. I am also a certified Scrum Master and Product Owner, and a passionate leader and collaborator. My mission is to create innovative and impactful solutions that empower customers and businesses to achieve their goals. Specialties: ▪Product Management ▪Product Strategy ▪Data Analytics ▪Program Management ▪Problem-solving ▪Leadership ▪Collaboration ▪Design Thinking▪ Consumer Insights ▪ AI Platform ▪AI Infrastructure Planning ▪Artificial Intelligence ▪Digital Marketing ▪Business Development ▪Cross-Functional Teams ▪Agile ▪Scrum ▪PowerPoint ▪Excel ▪Tableau ▪Power BI ▪Cloud Technologies ▪ Networking and Security ▪Product Marketing ▪Corporate Strategy Contact: [email protected]