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Kevin Ruth

Job Title: Sr Product Manager
Company: Qualtrics
Industry: Technology
Mentor Since: Fall 2019
Will Mentor: Graduate Students
Mentor Type: Albers
Profile

Background

Job Description

I lead the development of different Qualtrics products focused on market researchers.

Company Description

At Qualtrics, we create software the world's best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love.

Employment History

2022 - present: Sr Product Manager, Qualtrics 2019 - 2022: Director or Product, Hazel Analytics (acquired by Ecolab) 2017 - 2019: Sr Product Manager, Aduro 2016 - 2017: Full time MBA student 2012 - 2016: Mechanical Engineer, Leviton Mfg

Education

Professional MBA, Seattle U, 2018 Professional certificate in User Centered Design, University of Washington, 2014 BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Virginia, 2012

Mentoring Objectives & Scope

I can share my experience and insight around transitioning into the tech industry, building products, and startup vs big tech life. As a career changer and life-long student, I can also help with career development, job search strategies, and how to fit continuing education into your career. In the past, this has included doing resume and cover letter reviews, crafting job search strategies, connecting students with other people in my professional network, and mock interviewing practice. We also normally talk about career goals and how to think about career progression and choices.

When and where do you hold meetings with your students?

Hybrid (mix of in-person and virtual). Downtown at my office, on campus, or at a coffee shop.