Somya Lalwani
About Somya Lalwani
Somya Lalwani is a Product Manager with extensive experience in launching consumer-facing digital products in the eCommerce sector. She has worked at several notable companies, including eSalon, Gap Inc., and Sendoso, and holds degrees in Computer Science and Data Analysis.
Current Role at eSalon
Somya Lalwani serves as a Product Manager at eSalon, where she has been employed since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and launching innovative consumer-facing digital products. She collaborates closely with engineers and designers to ensure successful product development. Her work contributes to the overall strategy and execution of eSalon’s product offerings in the competitive eCommerce sector.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to her current position, Somya worked at Gap Inc. as a Product Manager from 2020 to 2022. She also held a Product Manager role at Sendoso for five months in 2022. Her experience includes internships in product management at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. and Gap Inc., where she gained foundational skills in product development and management within the eCommerce industry.
Internship Experience
Somya has a diverse internship background that includes roles at several notable companies. In 2016, she interned at Foxit Software, Inc. for one month and at MINDBODY, Inc. for two months. She also completed internships at PayPal and Altierre, focusing on software engineering. These experiences provided her with a solid technical foundation and exposure to various aspects of product development.
Education and Expertise
Somya holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, which she completed from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she studied Data & Analysis at Santa Clara University from 2014 to 2019. Her educational background equips her with the necessary skills to analyze technology and consumer trends, which she applies in her product management roles.
Background and Skills
Somya has a strong background in identifying new markets and opportunities by analyzing technology and consumer trends. Her expertise lies in launching consumer-facing digital products within the eCommerce sector. This skill set is complemented by her experience working closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers and designers, to drive product innovation.