Neelakshi Prabhakar (Nancy)
About Neelakshi Prabhakar (Nancy)
Neelakshi Prabhakar, also known as Nancy, is a Product Manager Intern with a diverse background in project and product management across various companies. She has experience in leading teams and developing SaaS products, complemented by her education in Management Engineering from the University of Waterloo.
Current Role at data.world
Neelakshi Prabhakar currently serves as a Product Manager Intern at data.world, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she engages in product management activities that contribute to the development and enhancement of data collaboration solutions. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that product offerings meet user needs and align with market demands.
Experience at Data Collaboration Alliance
Since 2021, Neelakshi has been involved with the Data Collaboration Alliance, where she acts as the voice behind The Data Drop Podcast. This role allows her to explore topics related to data collaboration and engage with industry experts, further enhancing her understanding of data-driven practices and community engagement.
Previous Work Experience
Neelakshi has accumulated diverse experience in various roles prior to her current positions. She worked as an Associate Product Manager at Cinchy for three months in 2021, and as a Project Coordinator at BlackBerry in 2019. Additionally, she held a Project Manager position at MEC™ in 2018 and served as a Project Management and Data Analyst at PepsiCo in 2019. Her early career also includes a role as a Customer Representative at Domino's in 2017.
Educational Background
Neelakshi completed her studies at the University of Waterloo, earning a degree in Management Engineering Honours (Co-op) from 2017 to 2022. This academic background provided her with a solid foundation in both management principles and engineering concepts, equipping her with skills applicable to various roles in product and project management.
Certifications and Skills
Neelakshi holds both Project Management Institute (PMI) and Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certifications. These credentials demonstrate her proficiency in project and product management methodologies. Her background in digital art indicates a blend of technical and creative skills, which enhances her ability to lead cross-functional teams in developing and launching SaaS products.