Emily Balkam
About Emily Balkam
Emily Balkam is the Sr. Technical Product Manager for Reduced Fares at MBTA, with extensive experience in product management and a background in e-commerce and technology.
Company
Emily Balkam is currently employed at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) as a Senior Technical Product Manager for Reduced Fares. Her career with MBTA began in 2020, and she operates out of their Boston, Massachusetts office.
Title
Emily holds the title of Senior Technical Product Manager for Reduced Fares at MBTA. Her role involves managing technical aspects of fare reduction projects and ensuring the successful implementation of these initiatives.
Previous Roles in Product Management
Prior to her current role, Emily Balkam worked as a Lead Product Manager at Circulation, Inc. from 2018 to 2020. She also served as a Senior Product Manager at Zagster from 2017 to 2018. Earlier, she was a Product Development Manager at Dailybreak CP, LLC from 2014 to 2017.
Background in Marketing and Project Management
Emily has substantial experience in marketing and project management, demonstrated by her tenure as Marketing and Project Manager at BrightFarms from 2012 to 2013 and Category Manager at Quidsi Inc., a subsidiary of Amazon, from 2011 to 2012. Her early career started at Nurture Inc., where she was a Business Development Manager from 2006 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Emily Balkam attended General Assembly from 2014 to 2016, where she earned certifications in Product Management and User Experience Design. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management from Cornell University, having graduated in 2006. Her educational background and certifications have equipped her with the skills needed for her career in product management.
Experience in E-commerce and Technology
Emily has amassed valuable experience in the e-commerce and technology sectors, particularly through her role as a Category Manager at Quidsi Inc., a subsidiary of Amazon. This experience has further cemented her robust background in these industries.
Interests in Sustainability and Environmentalism
Emily's role at BrightFarms, where she worked as Marketing and Project Manager, helped her develop a strong interest in sustainability and environmentalism. This interest continues to influence her professional endeavors.
Broad Business Exposure
Throughout her career, Emily has gained extensive exposure to various business functions, including sales, logistics, and research and development. Her diverse experiences, particularly in the food industry startup phase, have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of business operations.