Heather Konet
About Heather Konet
Heather Konet is a Senior Product Manager at May Mobility, where she leads the development of user requirements for autonomous shuttle features. She has a background in mechanical engineering and a commitment to promoting STEM education through her writing and web content.
Work at May Mobility
Heather Konet serves as a Senior Product Manager - Features at May Mobility, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads the development of user requirements for autonomous shuttle features. Her focus is on establishing a clear team vision of success, which is essential for effective product development. May Mobility is known for its innovative approach to autonomous transportation solutions.
Previous Experience in Product Development
Prior to her current role, Heather Konet worked as a Product Development Engineer at Visteon Corporation for one year, from 2000 to 2001, in Redford, Michigan. She then continued her career at Johnson Controls, where she held a similar position for two years, from 2001 to 2003, in Holland, Michigan. These experiences contributed to her expertise in managing stakeholder interests and balancing risks in product development.
Education and Expertise
Heather Konet earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University, where she studied from 1995 to 2000. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in product management and engineering, particularly in the field of autonomous vehicle technology.
STEM Advocacy and Publications
Heather Konet is an advocate for STEM education, promoting it to youth through her published book and web content on her website, stemshorts.com. She publishes STEM-related content aimed at encouraging young learners to engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Her efforts reflect her commitment to fostering interest in these critical fields.