Ella Kuze
About Ella Kuze
Ella Kuze is a Senior Product Manager at Kong Inc., specializing in productizing and monetizing APIs. She has previously held roles at notable organizations such as Solana Foundation, Convoy Inc., and IBM, contributing to various projects in product management and software engineering.
Current Role at Kong
Ella Kuze serves as a Senior Product Manager at Kong Inc. since 2023. In this role, she focuses on managing application authentication for various audiences, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing API management and developer productivity. Her expertise in product management is integral to the development of innovative solutions within the organization.
Previous Experience at Solana Foundation and Solana Labs
Ella Kuze worked at Solana Foundation and Solana Labs as a Product Manager from 2021 to 2022. During her tenure, she was involved in product management activities that supported the growth and functionality of the Solana ecosystem. Her experience in these roles helped her develop a strong foundation in managing complex projects in the blockchain space.
Background in Technical Roles
Ella has a diverse background in technical roles, including her position as a Technical Program Manager at Convoy Inc. from 2019 to 2021, and as a Basketball Data Analyst / Fullstack Engineer with the LA Clippers from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she worked as a Software Engineer at IBM from 2017 to 2018. These positions provided her with a solid understanding of both engineering and analytical processes.
Education and Expertise
Ella Kuze earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Computer Science from New York University. Her academic background complements her professional experience, particularly in productizing and monetizing APIs. She offers specialized knowledge to businesses in the API industry, enhancing their operational capabilities.
Early Career and Initial Roles
Ella began her career as a Search Engine Optimization Specialist at Wonopoly in 2014 and briefly worked as a Quantitative Analyst / Engineer at ITG in 2016. These early roles provided her with foundational skills in data analysis and digital marketing, which she has built upon in her subsequent positions.