Anika Namkung
About Anika Namkung
Anika Namkung is a professional in Retail Operations with a background in community management and engagement across various companies in the San Francisco Bay Area. She holds a BA in History of Art and Visual Cultures from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has accumulated extensive experience in the retail and tech sectors since 2012.
Work at Afterpay
Anika Namkung has been working at Afterpay in the Retail Operations department since 2019. Her role focuses on enhancing the retail experience and optimizing operational processes within the company. Afterpay is known for its buy now, pay later services, which have gained significant traction in the retail sector. Namkung's contributions are aimed at improving customer engagement and streamlining retail operations.
Previous Experience in Retail and Community Management
Before joining Afterpay, Anika Namkung held several positions in retail and community management. She served as the Senior Manager of Engagement at StyleSeat for five months in 2015. Prior to that, she worked as the ShopStyle Collective Community Manager at POPSUGAR for nine months in 2013-2014. Additionally, she was a Community Manager at PICT.com, which was later acquired by POPSUGAR, for 11 months. Her experience in these roles has contributed to her expertise in customer engagement and community building.
Role at Omni Rentals & Item Management
Anika Namkung worked at Omni Rentals & Item Management from 2016 to 2019. She initially served as the Product Manager for Engagement for two years, where she focused on enhancing user experience and product offerings. Following this role, she was promoted to Director of Engagement for one year, further developing strategies to improve customer interaction and satisfaction within the company.
Education and Expertise
Anika Namkung earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in History of Art and Visual Cultures from the University of California, Santa Cruz. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in visual communication and cultural analysis, which she applies in her professional roles, particularly in retail and community engagement.
Career Development in Community Management
Anika Namkung's career in community management began at Threadflip, where she worked as a Community Manager for one year from 2012 to 2013. Her experience in this role laid the groundwork for her subsequent positions at PICT.com and POPSUGAR. Throughout her career, she has focused on building strong community relationships and enhancing user engagement across various platforms.