Jim Idelson
About Jim Idelson
Jim Idelson serves as the VP of Product for the Marketing Cloud Business Unit at Acquia, where he has a strong background in scaling B2B technology-driven programs. He holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and an MBA in International Business from Boston University.
Current Role at Acquia
Jim Idelson serves as the Vice President of Product for the Marketing Cloud Business Unit at Acquia. He has held this position since 2022 and operates in a hybrid work environment in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, he focuses on driving product strategy and development within the marketing technology landscape.
Previous Experience at Acquia
Prior to his current role, Jim Idelson worked at Acquia as the Senior Director of Product Management for the Customer Data Platform from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to the development and management of product offerings aimed at enhancing customer data utilization.
Educational Background
Jim Idelson studied Electrical Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He furthered his education at the Questrom School of Business, Boston University, achieving a Master of Business Administration with a focus on International Business.
Career in Product Management
Jim Idelson has extensive experience in product management, having worked in various sectors including videoconferencing, real-time computing, and semiconductors. He has a proven track record of scaling B2B technology-driven programs, leading teams of varying sizes, and advocating for data-driven decision-making in business strategies.
Advisory Roles and Leadership
Jim Idelson served on the Board of Advisors at the Venture Development Center at UMass Boston from 2013 to 2020. His leadership experience includes founding and leading designet as Head of Product for 26 years, where he focused on team communication and shared vision, emphasizing the importance of passion and empathy in motivating teams.