Erica Zendell
About Erica Zendell
Erica Zendell is a Staff Technical Product Manager at Sunrun, where she leads the Design Tools team in developing products for residential solar and home electrification systems. With extensive experience in product management across various industries, she also engages in competitive martial arts and has authored a book inspired by her training.
Work at Sunrun
Erica Zendell serves as a Staff Technical Product Manager at Sunrun, a position she has held since 2024. In her role, she leads the Design Tools team, focusing on the development of products and services that model and recommend residential solar and home electrification systems. Her work is conducted remotely, allowing her to collaborate effectively with team members across various locations.
Previous Experience at AKQA
Before joining Sunrun, Erica Zendell worked at AKQA, where she held multiple roles. She served as Associate Director of Product Management from 2023 to 2024 and as Lead Product Manager from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, she was a Senior Product Manager for a brief period in 2022. Her tenure at AKQA was marked by her contributions to product management in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Educational Background
Erica Zendell has a strong educational foundation. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the MIT Sloan School of Management, where she studied Business Administration and Management from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature from Princeton University. Her early education was completed at Dwight-Englewood School, where she received her High School Diploma.
Expertise in Product and Program Management
Erica possesses extensive expertise in product and program management across various industries, including B2B/B2C SaaS, eCommerce, Fitness, Healthcare, and Clean Energy. Her diverse experience equips her with the skills necessary to navigate complex projects and lead teams effectively. This broad knowledge base supports her current role at Sunrun, where she applies her insights to the clean energy sector.
Personal Projects and Interests
In addition to her professional career, Erica Zendell has pursued personal projects. She took a sabbatical between 2021 and 2022 to train full-time in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and to write a book inspired by her experiences in martial arts. This book is currently represented and on submission to editors. Erica also engages in competitive martial arts, reflecting her commitment to personal development outside of her work in technology.