Ayokunmi Sodamola

Yeah, I love Building

I think I still do 😊. In my current life, I build a lot of digital products. Enterprise platforms, fintech solutions, you name them all. By "current life", I mean the life where I enjoy solving complex business problems through technology.

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I believe businesses can win in the marketplace through great technology and user experience.

My Journey

The Professional Foundation

I am a human-centered product and project manager with over 4 years of experience passionate about the intersection of technology, and customer behavioral science. I believe a balanced approach to people, the planet and our products is essential to our long-term success.

I perfectly balance user and business needs to create delightful products. I have driven growth and scaled successful products across emerging markets in Africa, and US from discovery to post-launch activities.

The Product Vision

As a multifaceted product delivery professional, I am a user/customer advocate, a systems thinker, a problem solver, and a passionate idealist. With my unique background in finance and technology, I thrive on the spirit of adventure and discovery.

My product strategy always combines the pursuit of functional and business goals, with an in-depth understanding of the context and ecosystem.

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"I specialize in making an impact through Innovation, Product Strategy, and Product Ops."

β€” My core philosophy

Professional Experience

Current Role

I work with multidisciplinary teams, embracing chaos and ambiguity, while confidently bringing clarity to complex ideas through strategy. I'm a strategic partner with experience building for different contexts, from early to growth stage B2C and B2B digital products.

Product Strategy Innovation Product Ops User Research

Key Strengths

  • Deep understanding of balancing stakeholders' business objectives with user needs
  • Human-centered and goal-driven approach to designing products
  • Identifying and troubleshooting User Experience Problems
  • Maintaining accurate roadmaps for products

Beyond Work

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Meditation Practitioner

Since starting daily meditations in 2019, my productivity has increased dramatically, my life goals have become clearer, and I have more energy for my workdays.

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Creative Explorer

I enjoy listening to podcasts, creating Lo-fi music, and taking photographs of buildings and materials like wood, porcelain, and fluted glass.

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Comfort Enthusiast

I've always been a lover of crocs β€” they provide comfort and are incredibly practical for daily life. Sometimes it's the simple things that matter most.

Adventure & Learning

Overall, I love adventure, learning new perspectives from diverse people, and enriching my mind with different views & experiences. When I'm not creating on my laptop, I'm also a photographer; slightly obsessed with documenting experiences.

Outside of work, I enjoy playing video games and reading about art and nature. I can usually be found outdoors exploring something new, always seeking to expand my horizons and understanding of the world around me.

Let's Build Something Amazing Together

Whether you're looking for a product strategist, a collaborative team member, or someone to bring your next big idea to life, I'd love to hear from you.

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