Zakir Tyebjee
About Zakir Tyebjee
Zakir Tyebjee serves as the Director of Product, Events at RingCentral, where he focuses on enhancing the user experience for video meetings. He has a diverse background in product management, having held positions at companies such as Hopin, Amazon, and Microsoft.
Work at RingCentral
Zakir Tyebjee serves as the Director of Product, Events at RingCentral since 2023. His role focuses on enhancing the video meetings product, specifically improving the first-time user experience and in-meeting experience. He transitioned to lead growth and expansion for RingCentral Events, aiming to accelerate the product roadmap and introduce new revenue-generating features. Tyebjee joined RingCentral through its acquisition of Hopin, where he previously held the position of Head of Product, Session.
Previous Experience
Before joining RingCentral, Zakir Tyebjee worked at Hopin as Head of Product, Session from 2022 to 2023. He has also held various product management roles at Amazon, including Senior Product Manager for Alexa Sound Detection and Marketplace Post-Order Experience. Additionally, he worked at Microsoft as a Product Manager for the App Developer Platform from 2014 to 2017. His early career included internships and co-op positions at Cisco Systems and American Express.
Education and Expertise
Zakir Tyebjee earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in product management, particularly in enhancing user experiences and driving product growth. Tyebjee has also written about product management best practices and actively mentors others in the community.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Zakir Tyebjee founded two consumer startups, Buzzn and PocketPicks. Buzzn was acquired by the University of Michigan, highlighting his entrepreneurial skills and ability to innovate in the consumer space. These ventures reflect his commitment to developing new products and solutions that meet user needs.
Personal Interests
Zakir Tyebjee is personally devoted to healthy living, with interests in basketball and running. He engages in community mentorship, sharing his knowledge and experience in product management with others. His commitment to fitness and mentoring underscores his holistic approach to both personal and professional development.