Juliana Cardona Mejia
Product Manager with experience going zero to one
I’m a product leader passionate about harnessing emerging technologies, especially AI and machine learning, to generate user value, strengthen digital democracy, and expand economic access. My expertise is in guiding mission-driven products from idea to launch, leading cross-functional teams, and building digital solutions. As Founder & Chief Product Officer of Street Entrepreneurs, I scaled a technology enabled accelerator supporting over 2,000 entrepreneurs, driving innovation from 0-to-1 and achieving $1.25M in revenue. I’ve also consulted with institutions like the World Bank, designing hackathons and inclusive digital strategies to bridge gaps between governments and citizens through human-centered, data-driven solutions. Currently, as a Columbia MBA (Kravis Scholar & Consortium Fellow), my focus is on ethical AI, user experience, and digital products addressing misinformation, enhancing online discourse, and building civic agency. My personal mission is to leverage AI and Large Language Models to create more inclusive online environments and equitable economic opportunities for all. Core Competencies: 🔹 Product Management & 0-to-1 Innovation 🔹 AI & Machine Learning (LLMs, Ethical AI) 🔹 UX Research & Human-Centered Design 🔹 Strategic Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration 🔹 Civic Technology & Digital Democracy 🔹 ICT for Development & Inclusive Tech 🔹 Agile & Data-Informed Decision Making
columbia.edu
allraise.org
visiblehands.vc
globalgoodfund.org
worldbank.org
howard.edu
pbs.org
New York, New York, United States