Joel Balla
About Joel Balla
Joel Balla is a Program Manager at Expedia Group with extensive experience in operations and project management across various companies in the United Kingdom.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Joel Balla is currently serving as a Program Manager at Expedia Group since 2022. His role involves leading the development of a new metrics strategy and reporting infrastructure for the Enterprise Talent and Learning organization. This improvement has enhanced visibility and decision-making within the company. Joel also spearheads day-to-day operations, program management, and workforce planning initiatives. He partners with HR and executive leaders to develop and implement change initiatives aimed at improving organizational performance.
Previous Experience at Streetbees
Before joining Expedia Group, Joel Balla worked at Streetbees as the Head of Product Operations from 2021 to 2022. During his 11-month tenure, he was responsible for overseeing product operations in the London Area, United Kingdom. Joel’s experience at Streetbees contributed to his depth of knowledge in operational management and product strategy.
Career at Uber
Joel Balla has significant experience working at Uber in various roles. From 2018 to 2020, he served as the Operations Lead, following his role as Operations/Training Specialist from 2016 to 2018. In 2020, he transitioned to the role of Operations Project Manager, where he worked for one year. These roles involved managing operations projects, leading teams, and improving training processes, solidifying his expertise in operational efficiency and team management.
Educational Background
Joel Balla holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from Wesley College, completed between 2013 and 2015. He also completed his Bachelor's in Engineering with a focus on Mechanical, Maths, Physics, and Chemistry from K G Reddy College of Engineering & Technology, a program he finished from 2009 to 2013. His education has equipped him with a robust foundation in both business and engineering principles.