Anna Sadykova Jacobs
About Anna Sadykova Jacobs
Anna Sadykova Jacobs is a Product Manager at Sopra Banking Software, specializing in Asset and Consumer Finance. She has extensive experience in product management and strategy, having worked in various roles across multiple companies, including MBS France and EY.
Current Role at Sopra Banking Software
Anna Sadykova Jacobs has been serving as a Product Manager in the Product Strategy for Asset & Consumer Finance division at Sopra Banking Software since 2020. In this role, she focuses on managing product strategies and aligning them with market needs. Her responsibilities include optimizing the roadmapping process in collaboration with the Chief Product Officer and overseeing task and feature prioritization as a cross-functional lead. This position allows her to leverage her extensive experience in product management to enhance the company's offerings in the financial sector.
Previous Experience at MBS France
Anna Sadykova Jacobs worked at MBS France in various capacities from 2013 to 2020. Initially, she served as a Project Manager from 2013 to 2015, where she delivered a cross-company product certification in collaboration with Sopra University. She then transitioned to the role of Software Product Manager from 2015 to 2020, during which she redesigned the product functional map to align with the QA framework and customer needs. Additionally, she worked as a Software Solutions Consultant from 2003 to 2013, contributing to the development and implementation of software solutions.
Career Background in Product Management
Anna Sadykova Jacobs has a diverse background in product management, beginning her career as an Associate Product Manager at Epson France from 2000 to 2001. Following this, she gained significant experience at MBS France, where she held multiple roles over a span of 10 years. Her roles involved managing product strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing product offerings. This extensive experience has equipped her with a strong foundation in product management and strategy.
Educational Qualifications
Anna Sadykova Jacobs holds a Master of Science in Economics from Московский Государственный Институт Международных Отношений (Университет) МИД России (МГИМО), where she studied from 1994 to 1999. She also participated in the CEMS/PIM Exchange Program at HEC Paris in 1999 for 11 months. Additionally, she earned a Master's degree in Entrepreneurship from Grenoble Ecole de Management, studying from 1999 to 2001. Her educational background provides her with a solid understanding of economic principles and business strategies.
Public Speaking and Industry Engagement
In February 2021, Anna Sadykova Jacobs spoke at a global webinar focused on KYC and loan approval processes. The webinar attracted a worldwide audience, showcasing her expertise in financial product management and compliance. This engagement highlights her commitment to sharing knowledge and insights within the industry, further establishing her presence as a thought leader in the field of asset and consumer finance.