Jon Hansan

Product Manager

Professional Overview
Jon Hansan is an accomplished product manager with a diverse background spanning entrepreneurship, data science, and sports operations. He currently serves as a Product Manager at PrizePicks, where he leverages his expertise in product development, data analysis, and user-centric design to drive innovative solutions within the sports technology industry.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As a Product Manager at PrizePicks, Jon is responsible for defining and executing the product roadmap, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance the platform's features and user experience. He plays a pivotal role in analyzing market trends, gathering customer feedback, and translating business requirements into actionable product strategies. Through his data-driven approach and strong stakeholder management skills, Jon has driven meaningful improvements to the PrizePicks platform, resulting in increased user engagement and platform growth.

Career Progression
Prior to his role at PrizePicks, Jon co-founded two successful startups - Hedge Inc., a financial technology company, and Homegrown Grill Cleaners, a home services business. As a co-founder, he honed his entrepreneurial skills, including product development, team leadership, and business strategy. Jon also gained valuable experience as a Data Science Fellow at the NYC Data Science Academy and as the Director of Football Operations/Data at CoachZone, where he leveraged his analytical expertise to support sports organizations.

Academic Background
Jon holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated with honors. During his academic journey, he demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, which have been instrumental in shaping his successful career in product management and data-driven decision-making.

Areas of Expertise

• Product management and development

• Data analysis and business intelligence

• User experience design and optimization

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

• Entrepreneurship and startup operations

Professional Impact
As a co-founder of Hedge Inc., Jon played a pivotal role in developing and launching a fintech platform that provided personalized investment recommendations to retail investors. Under his leadership, the company attracted a substantial user base and secured funding from notable venture capital firms. Additionally, his work as the Director of Football Operations/Data at CoachZone contributed to the enhancement of data-driven decision-making within sports organizations.

Conclusion
Jon Hansan's diverse experience, ranging from entrepreneurship to sports data analysis, combined with his expertise in product management and data-driven decision-making, positions him as a valuable asset to the sports technology industry. As a Product Manager at PrizePicks, he is dedicated to driving innovation, improving user experiences, and delivering measurable business impact.