Andy Woo
About Andy Woo
Andy Woo is the Head of Product at Float, with a strong background in product management and development. He has held various roles at StackAdapt, D2L, and BrainStation, and founded ProductPeople.org, a community dedicated to product management.
Current Role at Float Financial Solutions
Andy Woo serves as the Head of Product at Float Financial Solutions, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, ensuring that the company's offerings align with market needs and customer expectations. His leadership focuses on enhancing product functionality and user experience, contributing to the company's growth in the financial solutions sector.
Previous Experience at StackAdapt
Andy Woo has extensive experience at StackAdapt, where he held multiple roles over a span of six years. He began as a Senior Product Manager from 2016 to 2017, then advanced to Director of Product from 2017 to 2020, and later served as Vice President of Product from 2020 to 2023. His tenure at StackAdapt involved significant contributions to product management and development, shaping the company's product offerings in the digital advertising space.
Background in Product Management and Development
Prior to his time at StackAdapt, Andy Woo worked at D2L as a Product Owner from 2014 to 2016, where he managed product lifecycle and development processes. He also gained experience as a Software QA at RedFlagDeals.com in 2010 and as a Software Developer at BlackBerry in 2012. His diverse background in software development and product management has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the technology landscape.
Educational Qualifications
Andy Woo studied at McMaster University, where he earned a degree in Mechatronics Engineering with a focus on Engineering & Management (B.Eng.Mgt.). His academic background provides a solid foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of product development, enabling him to effectively bridge the gap between engineering and management disciplines.
Community Involvement and Initiatives
Andy Woo founded ProductPeople.org, a community dedicated to product management and development. This initiative, active from 2018 to 2022, aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among product professionals. Additionally, he served as a Lead Instructor in Product Management at BrainStation from 2017 to 2022, contributing to the education and mentorship of aspiring product managers in Toronto.