Elena Avramenko
Elena Avramenko — Founder | Product & Growth Strategy Advisor at kukumber.kids. Talks and sessions delivered at UXDX.
Founder | Product & Growth Strategy Advisor
Olena, also known as Elena, is a professional specializing in Growth and Product areas. With over 14 years of experience, her focus has centered on building Products, Communities, and Marketing Growth initiatives. She possesses a deep fascination with experimentation and the creation of sustainable growth loops. Identifying as a Builder and Innovator, Olena is always eager to build, release, and iterate in pursuit of remarkable outcomes. Her career includes working with notable companies such as Microsoft, Miro, Lego, and running her own PLG company, PopAppFactory. Additionally, Olena has shared her insights on social volunteering through a TEDx talk, aiming to spread the concept of digital volunteering using one's skills.
Past talks
3 talks · 2 eventsCollaborative Problem-Solving: Tackling Real-World Product Challenges
This workshop brings together skilled professionals to collaboratively tackle a real, high-stakes challenge presented by a leading company. Designed to drive actionable solutions and foster deep engagement, this session transitions participants from theoretical discussions to hands-on problem-solving, delivering immediate value for businesses and participants alike. How It Works - A company representative outlines the context, hurdles, and goals of their challenge, providing a real-world scenario for collaborative resolution. - Participants dive into the details with probing questions to fully understand the problem. - Unfiltered, honest feedback highlights blind spots and identifies areas for growth or change. - Guided by expert facilitators, participants brainstorm innovative, actionable solutions in a structured, interactive setting. - The session concludes with a summary of key learnings and potential next steps for the challenge owner Who Should Attend - Professionals eager to engage in hands-on problem-solving and gain fresh perspectives. - Practitioners with relevant expertise looking to share actionable insights and expand their knowledge. - Anyone curious about tackling real-world product challenges in a collaborative, interactive environment.
The PM Role: From Theory to Practice
Product Management is one of the most confused roles in the tech industry, but how does it play out in real life? This session cuts through the theory and social media soundbites to explore what the PM role truly looks like in practice. Join this discussion to: - Compare the idealised PM role described in books and by influencers with the realities of day-to-day responsibilities. - Hear stories of how PMs balance strategy, stakeholder alignment, and firefighting. - Explore the unique challenges PMs face in different team structures, industries, and company cultures.