Donn Ogilvie
About Donn Ogilvie
Donn Ogilvie serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at Forge, where he leads product development for institutional clients. He has extensive experience in product strategy and design, having held various leadership roles at Citi and other companies.
Work at Forge
Donn Ogilvie serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at Forge, a position he has held since 2022. He operates out of the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, where he leads product development and innovation specifically for the institutional client segment. His focus includes enhancing data and markets trading platforms, ensuring that the products meet the needs of clients in a competitive environment.
Previous Experience at Citi
Before joining Forge, Ogilvie held several significant roles at Citi. He was the Senior Vice President of Credit Cards Product and Loyalty from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of US Consumer Bank Strategic Partnerships from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Citi also included positions such as Vice President of Product and Experience Design Manager and Senior Product Manager, where he contributed to various aspects of product strategy and innovation.
Educational Background
Donn Ogilvie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Government and Environmental Studies from Wesleyan University, which he attended from 2004 to 2008. He also earned a Master of Arts in International Migration and Ethnic Relations from Malmö University between 2010 and 2011. Additionally, he completed a Certificate of Completion from the School for International Training, focusing on Environmental Studies and related fields in 2006.
Expertise in Product Strategy
Ogilvie has a strong background in experience design and product strategy. His expertise encompasses journey mapping, digital marketing, and media design. He is dedicated to creating modern digital product experiences that have a significant consumer impact. His commitment extends to informing user experience (UX) and design decisions to maintain high-quality standards in product development.
Career History and Roles
Throughout his career, Ogilvie has held various positions in notable companies. He worked as a Strategic Planner at Ogilvy & Mather from 2008 to 2010 and as an Account Executive at VaynerMedia from 2011 to 2012. His early career included roles such as On-Campus Representative at Doostang and Marketing/Public Relations Intern at Showroom Seven. These experiences have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of product management and strategic planning.