Jehan Lalkaka
About Jehan Lalkaka
Jehan Lalkaka serves as the Head of Product Marketing and Customer Marketing at brightwheel, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in product marketing across various companies, including 15Five, LinkedIn, and eBay, and holds an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University.
Work at Brightwheel
Jehan Lalkaka serves as the Head of Product Marketing and Customer Marketing at Brightwheel since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and product visibility. His responsibilities include creating go-to-market plans that align with the company's objectives and facilitate collaboration between product and marketing teams.
Previous Experience in Product Marketing
Prior to joining Brightwheel, Lalkaka held several key positions in product marketing. He worked at 15Five as Head of Product Marketing from 2021 to 2022, and previously served as the Sr. Product Marketing Manager at LinkedIn from 2017 to 2020. His experience also includes roles at eBay, where he was a Product Marketing Manager and later a Senior Manager in Product Marketing & Strategy.
Education and Expertise
Jehan Lalkaka holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing and Economics from Simon Fraser University. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Carnegie Mellon University. His educational background supports his expertise in developing cross-functional marketing strategies and crafting messaging that addresses customer needs.
Advisory Roles
In addition to his role at Brightwheel, Lalkaka is involved in several advisory positions. He has served as an advisor at Spokn and HiBob since 2023, and he is also an advisor at Siena AI. These roles allow him to leverage his expertise in product marketing and strategy to guide emerging companies.
Influence on Product Strategy
Jehan Lalkaka is recognized for his ability to influence product strategy through data-driven insights. He specializes in creating synergy between product, marketing, and customer-facing teams, which enhances business outcomes. His approach emphasizes the importance of aligning marketing efforts with product development to meet customer priorities effectively.