Erik Meyers
About Erik Meyers
Erik Meyers serves as the Director of Product Management at Sallie Mae, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in product management and development, having held various roles at companies such as Cognia, Brookline Bancorp Inc, and Citizens Bank.
Current Role at Sallie Mae
Erik Meyers serves as the Director of Product Management at Sallie Mae, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on product strategy and development, aiming to enhance user engagement and retention. His leadership is instrumental in guiding product teams to create effective solutions for college planning and financial services.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Sallie Mae, Erik Meyers held several key positions in product management. He worked as the VP of Consumer Product Management at Brookline Bancorp Inc from 2018 to 2022, where he led product initiatives. Prior to that, he was a Digital Product Manager for Money Movement at Citizens Bank from 2015 to 2017, and he also served as Head of Ecommerce at The Village Bank for a brief period in 2018.
Web Development Background
Erik Meyers began his career as a Web Developer at Cognia, where he worked for one year in Providence, Rhode Island, from 2012 to 2013. This role provided him with foundational skills in web technologies and user experience, which he later applied in his product management roles.
Educational Background
Erik Meyers holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Film Media & English from the University of Rhode Island. He is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Providence College, expected to be completed in 2025. His educational background supports his expertise in product management and strategic planning.
Achievements in Product Development
Throughout his career, Erik Meyers has led various product initiatives, including the successful launch of an innovative college planning tool. He has experience in orchestrating collaboration among cross-functional teams to develop strategic product roadmaps, enhancing user engagement and retention in the process.