Diana Chen
About Diana Chen
Diana Chen is a Senior Technical Product Manager specializing in data platforms at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in marketing and product management at companies like IBM and EasyKnock, she focuses on aligning product goals with user needs through effective stakeholder management and user research.
Current Role at The New York Times
Diana Chen serves as the Senior Technical Product Manager for the Data Platform at The New York Times. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing the development and enhancement of data-driven products since 2021. Her expertise lies in managing stakeholder relationships and aligning product goals with user needs, ensuring that the products meet both business objectives and user expectations.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Prior to her current position, Diana worked at The New York Times as a Technical Product Manager for the Data Platform from 2020 to 2021. During this year-long tenure, she contributed to the management and optimization of data-related products, focusing on enhancing user experience through effective product strategies.
Professional Background at IBM
Diana Chen has a history of working at IBM, where she held two positions. She began as a Performance Marketer from 2017 to 2019, focusing on growth marketing strategies. In 2019, she transitioned to the role of Growth Marketing Manager for a brief period of seven months. Her experience at IBM provided her with a strong foundation in data-driven marketing and product management.
Education and Expertise
Diana Chen earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Marketing and Communications from the University of Michigan. Her academic background supports her specialization in leveraging data platforms to enhance product development and user experience. She is skilled in forming hypotheses and conducting user research, which drives her approach to product innovation.
Early Career Experience
Diana's early career includes internships at Starz Entertainment and Target. In 2015, she worked as a Marketing Intern at Starz Entertainment for three months in the Greater Detroit Area. The following year, she interned at Target as a CHQ Marketing Intern for two months in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. These roles contributed to her understanding of marketing and product management.