Jon Loyens
About Jon Loyens
Jon Loyens serves as the Chief Product Officer and Cofounder of data.world, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in product management and engineering, having held senior roles at various technology companies, including Bazaarvoice and Trilogy.
Work at data.world
Jon Loyens serves as the Chief Product Officer and Cofounder of data.world, a role he has held since 2016. Based in the Austin, Texas area, he has contributed to the company's mission of improving data management and collaboration. His work includes involvement in discussions about data governance and artificial intelligence, as well as the development of generative AI capabilities. Loyens actively participates in webinars and podcasts that focus on data management and the intersection of data and AI.
Previous Experience at Bazaarvoice
Before joining data.world, Jon Loyens worked at Bazaarvoice in various roles from 2009 to 2013. He served as the Vice President of Engineering and Product, overseeing engineering teams and product development. He also held the position of Director of Product Engineering and founded the Labs group, which focused on creating innovative pilot products and beta technologies in user-generated content and social media. His leadership contributed to the development of the company's technology offerings.
Career at Trilogy
Jon Loyens began his career at Trilogy, where he worked from 2000 to 2007. He held the position of Senior Program Manager and was involved in various projects, including serving as a UI designer for a major automotive enterprise system. His tenure at Trilogy spanned seven years, during which he gained significant experience in program management and user interface design.
Educational Background
Jon Loyens studied at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering, achieving an H.BMath from 1995 to 2000. This educational foundation provided him with the technical skills necessary for his subsequent roles in product management, engineering, and technology development.
Board Membership at Andy Roddick Foundation
In addition to his professional roles, Jon Loyens has served as a Board Member for the Andy Roddick Foundation since 2014. His involvement with the foundation reflects his commitment to community engagement and support for initiatives that benefit youth and education.