K Tjen Khong
About K Tjen Khong
K Tjen Khong serves as the VP of Marketing at Stellar Sleep, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in marketing roles across various companies, including Zeus Living, NatureBox, and Airbnb.
Work at Stellar Sleep
K Tjen Khong serves as the Vice President of Marketing at Stellar Sleep, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he has been instrumental in the launch of Stellar Sleep, an insomnia app designed to enhance sleep quality through the application of psychological principles. His leadership in marketing strategies aims to create excitement and engagement within teams, contributing to the overall success of the app.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Before joining Stellar Sleep, K Tjen Khong held several significant marketing positions. He was the Head of Growth at Zeus Living from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he worked at Airbnb as the Director of Customer Marketing for HotelTonight from 2017 to 2019. His experience also includes serving as the Director of Loyalty & Retention at NatureBox from 2014 to 2016, and as the Senior Marketing Manager for various divisions at Gap Inc. from 2007 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
K Tjen Khong earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with a minor in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Marketing from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his marketing expertise.
Mentorship and Leadership Roles
In addition to his role at Stellar Sleep, K Tjen Khong has been a mentor at Antler since 2023. His experience in building marketing teams from the ground up in startup environments highlights his leadership capabilities. He emphasizes cross-functional alignment to drive team performance and achieve organizational goals.
Career Development and Early Experience
K Tjen Khong's career began with an internship at American Express in 2006, where he worked in the OPEN division focused on small businesses. His early roles laid the groundwork for his extensive experience in marketing and growth strategies, which he has continued to develop throughout his career.