Helena Eggink
About Helena Eggink
Helena Eggink is a Product Owner at VanMoof in Amsterdam, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in political science and has held various roles in product ownership and freelance journalism, including a notable business trip to Silicon Valley to engage with major tech companies.
Work at VanMoof
Helena Eggink has been employed at VanMoof as a Product Owner since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing product development and ensuring alignment with company goals. Her position is based in Amsterdam, where she contributes to the company's mission of revolutionizing urban mobility through innovative bicycle solutions.
Previous Experience in Product Ownership
Prior to her role at VanMoof, Helena worked as a Product Owner at KPN from 2016 to 2021. During her five years at KPN, she managed various product initiatives, enhancing her skills in product management and development. Her experience at KPN laid a strong foundation for her current responsibilities at VanMoof.
Education and Expertise
Helena Eggink holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Political Science with a focus on International Relations from the University of Amsterdam, which she completed from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences from the same university, studying from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides her with a strong analytical framework applicable to her work in product ownership.
Project Leadership and Initiatives
Helena initiated and led a project to develop a real-time dashboard for retail stores, allowing employees to access shop statistics at any time. This project demonstrates her ability to identify needs within a business context and implement effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
Career in Skiing and Journalism
Before her career in product ownership, Helena worked as a ski instructor in Aosta Valley, Italy, for five months in 2007-2008. She also served as a freelance ski journalist and influencer from 2014 to 2022, contributing to Dutchies Do Ski. This experience in the skiing industry showcases her versatility and ability to engage with diverse audiences.