Ken Houseman
About Ken Houseman
Ken Houseman serves as the Vice President of Product Management at The New York Times, bringing extensive experience in product management and operations from various leading organizations. His background includes roles at the United States Air Force, Oracle, Nike, and Novellus Systems, along with a strong commitment to diversity and digital transformation.
Current Role at The New York Times
Ken Houseman serves as Vice President of Product Management at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategies and initiatives that enhance the company's digital offerings. His leadership focuses on integrating technology to improve user experiences and drive engagement.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Before his current role, Ken Houseman worked as Executive Director of Product, Commerce at The New York Times from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, he managed product development and strategic initiatives related to commerce, contributing to the organization's growth in digital revenue streams.
Professional Background in Technology and Management
Ken Houseman has extensive experience in technology and management roles. He worked at Oracle in various capacities, including Senior Manager of Supply Chain Operations and Director of Cloud Global Finance Systems. His tenure at Oracle spanned from 2008 to 2018, where he focused on operations and product delivery.
Military Service and Leadership Skills
Ken Houseman served in the United States Air Force as a Senior Airman from 2000 to 2004 in Okinawa, Japan. His military background has instilled leadership qualities and discipline that he applies in his professional roles. This experience contributes to his approach in advocating for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the workplace.
Education and Academic Achievements
Ken Houseman holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Operations & Supply Chain from Portland State University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer & Information Science from the University of Maryland. Additionally, he completed a program in Product Strategy at Kellogg Executive Education, enhancing his expertise in product management.