Michael Liu
About Michael Liu
Michael Liu is a Product Manager at Expedia Group with extensive experience in product management and accounting roles in the Greater Seattle Area.
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Michael Liu is currently a Product Manager at Expedia Group. He began this role in 2019 and has been working in the Greater Seattle Area. His responsibilities include overseeing product development, managing engineering roadmaps, and establishing key relationships with stakeholders.
Work Experience at Amazon
Michael Liu worked at Amazon as a Product Manager from 2016 to 2018. During this period, he spearheaded various product initiatives and was instrumental in driving the strategic vision for product development. Prior to that, Michael served as a Financial Analyst at Amazon from 2011 to 2016, where he honed his skills in financial planning and analysis, contributing significantly to the company's financial strategies.
Previous Roles
Michael has an extensive background in accounting and financial roles. He served as a Senior Accountant at Hornall Anderson Design Works from 2007 to 2010 and at Kibble & Prentice from 2006 to 2007. Earlier in his career, he gained experience as an Accountant at Ohio Valley Residential Services in Cincinnati and at Frank Sze Chartered Accountant in Vancouver. These roles laid the foundation for his transition into more strategic positions in product management and financial analysis.
Education and Expertise
Michael Liu holds an MBA from the University of Washington Bothell, which he completed between 2020 and 2022. He also studied Accounting at The University of British Columbia, earning a Bachelor's degree from 1999 to 2003. His educational background has equipped him with a robust understanding of business administration, financial analysis, and accounting principles, which he leverages in his current role.
Achievements
As the sole product owner of a payment method handling an annual volume of over $35 billion, Michael Liu has demonstrated significant expertise and capability. He built the engineering roadmap for this product and emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making in the development process. His leadership has been pivotal in prioritizing key initiatives and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.