Joanna - Vice President of Product Management, US Payroll Applications
Professional Overview
Joanna is an accomplished product management executive with over 15 years of experience in the entertainment and media industry. As the Vice President of Product Management for US Payroll Applications at Entertainment Partners, she is responsible for leading the strategic vision, development, and launch of innovative payroll solutions that streamline operations and drive efficiency for clients. Joanna's deep industry expertise, coupled with her strong leadership skills, make her a valuable asset in driving transformation and delivering exceptional products to market.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Vice President of Product Management, US Payroll Applications at Entertainment Partners, Joanna oversees the development and delivery of the company's payroll solutions for the US market. In this role, she is responsible for setting the product roadmap, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful launch and continuous improvement of the payroll applications. Joanna's strategic vision and customer-centric approach have led to the successful rollout of several new payroll features, resulting in increased client satisfaction and operational efficiencies.
Career Progression
Joanna's career in the entertainment industry spans over a decade, with a strong focus on product management and business development. Prior to her current role, she served as the Director of Product Management for Payroll Onboarding and Timecapture at Entertainment Partners, where she played a crucial role in enhancing the company's payroll offerings. Additionally, Joanna held positions as a Senior Product Manager for the Scenechronize SmartHub, as well as roles in affiliate sales, marketing, and production operations at NBCUniversal Media, LLC and WestStar Multimedia Entertainment, Inc.
Academic Background
Joanna holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she specialized in Media Studies and Production.
Areas of Expertise
- Product strategy and roadmap development
- Payroll and HR technology solutions
- Cross-functional team management
- Client relationship management
- Process optimization and efficiency
- Data-driven decision making
- Agile project management
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Joanna has demonstrated a strong track record of driving innovation and delivering impactful results. As the Director of Product Management for Payroll Onboarding and Timecapture, she led the successful implementation of a new payroll onboarding platform, resulting in a 25% reduction in client onboarding times. Additionally, Joanna served as an Executive Council Member at Collaborative Gain, where she contributed her expertise to industry initiatives focused on enhancing collaboration and productivity in the entertainment sector.
Conclusion
Joanna's extensive experience in product management, coupled with her deep understanding of the entertainment industry, positions her as a strategic leader in the payroll technology space. As the Vice President of Product Management, US Payroll Applications at Entertainment Partners, she is committed to driving digital transformation, improving operational efficiency, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower her clients to focus on their core business.
