Amelia Waddington
About Amelia Waddington
Amelia Waddington serves as the Chief Product Officer at Captify®, bringing extensive experience in product management and data science across various organizations. She has a strong technical background and has held leadership roles at companies such as Featurespace, LiveRamp, and Acxiom UK.
Current Role at Captify
Amelia Waddington serves as the Chief Product Officer at Captify®, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for leading product strategy and development, focusing on innovative solutions that address business challenges. Her leadership is characterized by a commitment to leveraging technology to create scalable products that meet market demands.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to her current role, Waddington held several key positions in product management. She was the VP of Product at Captify® from 2021 to 2022 and served as Director of Product at LiveRamp in 2018. Her experience also includes roles at Acxiom UK as Director of Data Science & Analytics and at Aimia Inc, where she held multiple positions related to advanced analytics and product management.
Educational Background
Waddington completed her Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Cognitive Science at the University of Leeds from 2004 to 2007. She further pursued her education at the same institution, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science from 2007 to 2011. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in data science and product development.
Technical Skills and Leadership
Amelia Waddington possesses a strong technical background, with experience in both startup and enterprise environments. She is skilled in driving high-performance teams that include product managers, engineers, and scientists. Her focus is on solving real business problems through innovative and scalable technology solutions.
Career Progression and Roles
Waddington's career spans various roles in data science and product management. She began her career as an Information Scientist at Wessex Water and progressed through positions at Featurespace, Aimia Inc, and LiveRamp. Her diverse experience across different companies and roles has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of product development and data analytics.