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Kwan

Architecture and astrophysics educated, with nearly a decade of experience in management of digital experiences and products. My experience in project management, data visualization, and business operations is built on a foundation of design and scientific research. I specialize in streamlining processes, creative team-based problem solving, and delivering products that inspire action.

 

Product & ProJECT Management


Senior Project & Product Manager

Periscopic | Portland, OR (Remote)| March 2019-September 2024 (full-time); October 2024-Present (contract)

Led cross-functional teams of data analysts, designers, and technologists in the design and development of interactive data visualization and exploration tools. Built strong client relationships as the primary account manager, resolved scope issues, managed budgets, and facilitated all project communication. Oversaw all daily company operations, financials and contracting, resource and schedule management, human resources, and cultivated an engaging company culture.

Product management consultant

Maude | New York City, NY | August 2018–February 2019 (contract)

Spearheaded the implementation and adoption of product management systems and processes. Collaborated with the Chief Product Officer to design, develop, and launch new products. Evaluated order fulfillment and customer experience data, improving and scaling order processing. Managed input and storage of inventory data, calculating cost of goods, and burn rates/projections.

Digital Project manager

Blenderbox | New York City, NY | January 2016–July 2018 (full-time)

Led teams of UX, visual designers, and technologists in designing interactive websites and applications. Conducted data and content development and training sessions for client applications and CMS platforms. Implemented improved processes for tracking project costs/hours, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.

Other Experience


undergraduate astrophysics researcher

University of Oregon, Department of Physics | Eugene, OR | 2012-2015

Founded and secured multiyear funding for an undergraduate astrophysics research team. Principal data analyst, publishing research with staff scientists of the Gemini Observatory. Managed programming and operations for a university-owned off-site observatory.

Assistant Geologist & Draftsman

Grant Associates | Portland, OR (Remote)| 2009-2012

Conducted geological sustainability and environmental consulting with a Portland-based registered geologist. Performed data analysis and chart creation for final analytical reports submitted to the City of Portland. Drafted architectural and environmental site plans, overlaying geospatial data layers for analysis.

 

Education

university of oregon

B.S. Physics | Eugene, OR

After assisting a theoretical nuclear physicist at Brookhaven National Laboratory in New York City, I became inspired to pursue an education in physics/astrophysics. I graduated with honors—having founded an astrophysics research group, publishing research in scientific journals, and presiding as president of the University’s chapter of the Society of Physics Students (SPS) for two years.

 

Pratt Institute

B.ARCH (Architecture) | New York City, NY

Studied architectural design at the leading art, architecture and design institute in New York City, New York. Each year, my undergraduate projects were published in the the School of Architecture’s publication of exemplary student work, InProcess.