Oke O.
About Oke O.
Oke O. serves as the Senior VP and Chief Product Officer at Reuters, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at major companies including Verizon and The Walt Disney Company. He has a strong background in mobile technology, having contributed to the development of significant mobile applications and winning numerous awards in the field.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Oke O. serves as the Senior VP & Chief Product Officer at Reuters, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development within the organization. His leadership is focused on enhancing Reuters' offerings in the rapidly evolving media landscape. He operates from the New York City Metropolitan Area, contributing to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality news and information.
Previous Experience at Hilding Anders International AB
Oke O. was a Member of the Board of Directors at Hilding Anders International AB, a KKR company, from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to strategic decision-making and governance within the organization. His experience in this role added to his extensive background in product and business management.
Career at Verizon
From 2017 to 2020, Oke O. held the position of VP, Product Management at Verizon. In this role, he focused on product strategy and development, enhancing Verizon's mobile offerings. His work contributed to the company's reputation as a leader in telecommunications.
Educational Background
Oke O. has a strong educational foundation, having studied at The Wharton School where he earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 2000 to 2002. He also completed the Executive Leadership Development Program at UCLA Anderson School of Management from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Hertfordshire, which he obtained from 1993 to 1996.
Innovations and Achievements
Oke O. has made significant contributions to mobile technology, including the development of the first mobile apps in the U.S. in 2001. He played a key role in creating the first iPhone app that featured streaming video, push notifications, and in-app subscriptions at the request of Steve Jobs. His work has earned him over 35 mobile awards, including the 'App of the Year' from Apple, and he won the World's Biggest Business Plan competition in 2016.