product management leader and passionate advocate for women in tech.


I'm Soundarya Chandar, an expert in using technology to help businesses thrive, with a focus on marketplaces and industries like commerce, beauty, and restaurants. Currently leading growth initiatives at Meta Inc for Instagram's small and medium businesses, I'm also passionate about empowering women in tech through mentorship and advocacy.

My work

Writing

Writing

Explore my engaging writing, where I share valuable insights on product management, women in tech, and industry trends. Empower your career with my unique perspectives and expert advice.

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Speaking

Speaking

Discover my impactful speaking engagements, where I discuss product management, women in tech, and industry insights. Elevate your event with my expertise and passion for empowering others.

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Community

Community

Experience my judging and community engagements, where I bring my product management expertise to evaluate innovations and support emerging talent. Get inspired by my dedication to fostering growth and collaboration.

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Products I've built

Throughout my career in product management, I've had the privilege of spearheading innovative projects across major platforms such as Yelp, Instagram, and Facebook. Each product I've built was designed to address a specific user need and push the boundaries of what's possible in their respective sectors. From revolutionizing the restaurant waitlist system to reshaping the online shopping experience and simplifying content management on social media, my work has consistently aimed to enhance user experience and drive industry innovation. Below, you'll find an overview of some of the transformative products I've helped to bring to life.

 

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Press Mentions

Managing Teams

Managing Teams

Read about my views to delegate tasks and be an effective leader on Forbes

Soundarya Chandar: Navigating the Product Lifecycle with Precision and Collaboration

Soundarya Chandar: Navigating the Product Lifecycle with Precision and Collaboration

Read about my tips on being a highly effective product manage on IBT

Hear the ceiling shatter by Soundarya Chandar

Hear the ceiling shatter by Soundarya Chandar

Read my thoughts on how women can break through the product management barrier and build thriving careers: University Herald