Alana O'kirwan
About Alana O'kirwan
Alana O'Kirwan is a Senior Product Manager currently working at The Economist in New York. She has a diverse background in product management and project management, having held various roles in companies such as Hirola Group, Critical Mass, and Bupa Global.
Current Role at The Economist
Alana O'Kirwan serves as a Senior Product Manager at The Economist, a position she has held since 2024 in New York, United States. In her role, she focuses on balancing customer needs with business priorities and innovation. She champions user research and insights to transform complex client briefs into effective digital experiences, particularly within the Economist Impact division.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to her current role, O'Kirwan worked at Bupa Global as a Digital Product Manager from 2020 to 2022. She also held the position of Senior Product Manager at The Economist from 2022 to 2024 in London, England. Her experience includes managing projects and producing digital solutions that address client needs and enhance user engagement.
Career Background
O'Kirwan's career began at Huddle as a Junior Customer Success Manager from 2013 to 2014. She then transitioned to Schroders as a Graduate in Global Technology for six months in 2015. Following this, she worked at Hirola Group as a Project Manager from 2017 to 2019 and at Critical Mass as a Producer from 2019 to 2020, both roles based in London, United Kingdom.
Educational Qualifications
Alana O'Kirwan completed her education at Dubai College, where she achieved her GCSEs and A levels. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Architectural Studies from the University of Nottingham. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Management from Imperial College Business School, which complements her expertise in product management and digital strategy.