Kelvin Kwong
About Kelvin Kwong
Kelvin Kwong serves as the Chief Product Officer at Kinship, overseeing product management and design across various technology sectors. He has held significant roles at companies like Jawbone, Big Health, and Amazon, and has contributed to numerous conferences and forums in the fields of product management and behavioral finance.
Current Role at Kinship
Kelvin Kwong serves as the Chief Product Officer at Kinship, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees product management, design, and research across six lines of technology businesses. These areas include passive data tracking, genomics, Tele-Vet, services platform, adoption platform, and an editorial destination. His leadership focuses on integrating innovative solutions within the organization to enhance product offerings.
Previous Experience at Jawbone
Before joining Kinship, Kelvin Kwong worked at Jawbone as the Director of Product Management and Head of Behavior Change from 2013 to 2016. During his tenure in San Francisco, he contributed to product strategies that aimed to influence user behavior positively through technology. His experience at Jawbone laid the groundwork for his future roles in product management.
Education and Academic Background
Kelvin Kwong has a strong academic background with degrees from prestigious institutions. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Finance) from The Wharton School. Additionally, he studied Electrical and Systems Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, achieving a Bachelor of Applied Science. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School.
Speaking Engagements and Contributions
Kelvin Kwong is an active speaker and contributor to various conferences and forums. He has presented at notable events such as the SXSW Interactive conference, the Lean Startup Conference, and the Wharton Social Impact Conference. He has also engaged with the BayCHI community and participated in the Rand Behavioral Finance Forum, sharing insights on product management and behavioral economics.
Career Progression and Previous Roles
Kelvin Kwong has held various significant roles throughout his career. Prior to his current position, he served as Chief Product Officer at Big Health from 2021 to 2022 and as VP of Product from 2016 to 2021. He also worked as a Product Manager at Amazon for a brief period in 2012 and as an Associate in Private Equity at Onex Partners from 2009 to 2011. His early career included an analyst position at Jefferies & Company from 2007 to 2009.