Irene (Heejin) Koo
About Irene (Heejin) Koo
Irene (Heejin) Koo is a Senior Product Manager and Co-Founder at Building Blocks, where she has worked since 2017. She has held various product management roles at notable companies, including Twitter and Apollo.io, and she holds a Bachelor's Degree from Columbia University.
Work at Apollo.io
Irene Koo serves as a Senior Product Manager at Apollo.io, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing product development and management, contributing to the company's strategic goals. Her experience in product management enables her to drive initiatives that enhance user experience and product functionality.
Current Role at Building Blocks
Irene Koo is a Co-Founder of Building Blocks, a position she has maintained since 2017. In this capacity, she plays a crucial role in shaping the company's vision and strategy. Her leadership and expertise in product management contribute to the growth and development of the organization over the past seven years.
Previous Experience at Twitter
Before joining Apollo.io, Irene worked as a Product Manager at Twitter from 2021 to 2022. During her tenure in the San Francisco Bay Area, she focused on product development and enhancement, contributing to the platform's overall user engagement and functionality.
Education and Expertise
Irene Koo earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Columbia University, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in product management. She has developed expertise in product strategy, user experience, and program management through her academic and professional experiences.
Professional Background
Irene Koo has a diverse professional background that includes roles at various organizations. She worked as an Analyst in Product & Program Management at RBC from 2020 to 2021 and as a Venture Fellow at New Enterprise Associates (NEA) from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Research Assistant at The Earth Institute, Columbia University from 2017 to 2019, where she contributed to research initiatives in the Greater New York City Area.