I'm back with another episode, and this time my guest is Caroline Umukobwa. Caroline is a passionate and experienced project and product manager with over seven years of experience leading cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from Seattle University. She began her career in consulting, transitioned to government project management, and eventually found her stride in the tech industry.

She excels at bringing diverse talents together, meticulously planning, and executing projects to deliver impactful solutions. Beyond her professional achievements, Caroline has ventured into social impact by launching a startup aimed at reducing youth unemployment in Africa, blending her passion for innovation with a commitment to making a difference.

Caroline began her career as a civil engineer, but eventually transitioned to a role as a tech product manager. In this episode, she shares her journey and offers insights on what it takes to be successful in this role. She also reflects on the privilege of having educated parents and how that influenced her career choices.

In our usual fashion, we discuss questions that, when answered by a prospective candidate interested in product management, will demonstrate their proficiency in the field.

At the end of the episode, Caroline describes what she does for a living to a seven-year-old. She says that she's a product manager, and that she helps people make decisions about what to build.

You can connect with her on LinkedIn through Caroline Umukobwa