Lori Philbin
About Lori Philbin
Lori Philbin is a Technical Content Manager at Akoya, where she has worked since 2019, focusing on simplifying complex technical concepts for a wider audience. She has a background in software development and content creation, with previous roles at NCR Corporation, Verizon, and reacHIRE.
Work at Akoya
Lori Philbin has served as the Technical Content Manager at Akoya since 2019. In this role, she focuses on creating technical explainers that simplify complex concepts for a broader audience. She has developed content strategies for API documentation, which aim to enhance user experience and accessibility. Her contributions include the creation of Postman collections to streamline API testing and integration processes. Lori's work at Akoya reflects her commitment to making technical information more accessible to users.
Previous Experience
Before joining Akoya, Lori Philbin held various positions in the technology sector. She worked at NCR Corporation as a Developer from 1994 to 1998 and later as a Senior Software Engineer from 1999 to 2000. Following her tenure at NCR, she spent six years at Verizon as a Frontend Developer from 2000 to 2006. Additionally, she worked at reacHIRE as a Technical/Content Writer in collaboration with Akoya from 2019 to 2020. This diverse experience has equipped her with a strong technical background.
Education and Expertise
Lori Philbin earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from The University of Georgia, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. She is currently pursuing a Master's degree in English at Harvard University, which she began in 2018. Her educational background in journalism and ongoing studies in English contribute to her expertise in creating clear and effective technical content.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Lori Philbin has a strong technical skill set that includes content strategy development for API documentation. Her work has focused on enhancing user experience and accessibility in technical communications. She has also contributed to the creation of Postman collections, which facilitate API testing and integration processes. These contributions demonstrate her ability to bridge the gap between complex technical information and user-friendly content.