Risa Takenaka
About Risa Takenaka
Risa Takenaka is a Product Marketing Manager with a diverse background in marketing and public health. She has worked for various companies, including Google and Cambly Inc., and holds degrees in Applied Physics and Entrepreneurship.
Current Role at Cambly
Risa Takenaka serves as a Product Marketing Manager at Cambly Inc., a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies that enhance product visibility and user engagement. Her experience in product marketing allows her to contribute effectively to Cambly's mission of providing accessible language learning solutions.
Previous Experience in Product Marketing
Before joining Cambly, Risa Takenaka held several product marketing positions. She worked at Google as a Product Marketing Manager for 7 months in 2023, where she focused on market analysis and product positioning. Prior to that, she spent 1 year at Telnyx in the same role, and 2 years at Photomath, where she developed marketing strategies to promote educational technology products.
Educational Background
Risa Takenaka studied Applied Physics with a minor in Philosophy at Providence College from 2015 to 2019. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Entrepreneurship, Technology & Innovation from the University of Notre Dame in 2020. Additionally, she earned a Certificate in Product Strategy from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management in 2021.
Civic Engagement and Interests
Risa Takenaka actively engages in civic tech and social justice initiatives, demonstrating her commitment to impactful marketing strategies. She has a strong interest in the Japanese startup ecosystem, which informs her approach to product marketing and influences her professional decisions.
Writing Portfolio
Risa maintains a writing portfolio that showcases her copywriting skills. This portfolio is available at risatakenaka.com, highlighting her ability to create engaging content across various formats. Her experience as a Freelance Content Creator and Freelance Content Writer further emphasizes her expertise in content development.