Kristian Hansen
About Kristian Hansen
Kristian Hansen is the Director of Product Management at Asurion and the Founder of Payments For Payments, with extensive experience in product management and expertise in GDPR and PCI compliance.
Current Role at Asurion
Kristian Hansen currently holds the title of Director of Product Management at Asurion. Since 2022, he has been remotely leading product management efforts from Bozeman, Montana. In this role, Kristian is responsible for driving the growth strategy for connected home customer billing and payments, focusing on innovative payment solutions within the smart home sector.
Founder of Payments For Payments
In 2020, Kristian Hansen founded Payments For Payments in Bozeman, Montana. This venture emphasizes Kristian's ongoing commitment to the payments industry, showcasing his entrepreneurial skills. Through this initiative, Kristian continues to innovate within the domain of payment solutions, leveraging his extensive experience in global billing and payments.
Previous Experience at Updater and Crunchyroll
Before joining Asurion, Kristian Hansen served as Director of Product Management at Updater from 2021 to 2022. His previous experience includes a prominent role at Crunchyroll as Principal Product Manager, Global Payments and Subscriptions, from 2018 to 2021. During these tenures, he honed his expertise in managing complex payment systems and subscription services.
Educational Background
Kristian Hansen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Ancient Studies from Columbia University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. His academic background laid a foundation for his analytical skills and appreciation for detailed research and historical contexts, which he later applied to his professional career in product management.
Expertise in GDPR and PCI Compliance
Kristian Hansen has expertise in GDPR and PCI compliance, critical areas for managing international payments and ensuring data security. His proficiency with advanced analytics platforms like Looker, SQL, and Redshift demonstrates his strong data-driven approach to product management.