Karteek (Mack) Makena, MBA, B.Eng.

A Product Leader Shaping the Future of Digital Experiences

Business strategy. Sparking Ideas
Business Strategy
Design palette to indicate user-centered design
User-centered Design
Technology. Computing
Technology Strategy
Artificial Intelligence
Applied AI
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My Achievements

1 Million +

Unique Users per Year
Products I’ve built are used by over a million people annually across multiple industries.

$ 65 Million +

Annual Recurring Revenue
Products I’ve led collectively generate more than $65 million in recurring revenue each year.

20+ Products

From Idea to Market
I’ve led the development of more than 20 digital products from concept to launch

8+

Years of Product Leadership
Guiding cross-functional teams to design, and build intiuitive digital experiences.

My Expertise

Product thinking. Being on target

Drive Strategic Product Thinking

Craft strategies that align user needs with business goals, ensuring focus, prioritization, and measurable outcomes.

Human-centered design

Champion Human-Centered Design

Apply design thinking and user empathy to create intuitive, accessible, and meaningful digital experiences.

Artificial Intelligence

Integrate AI into Product Strategy

Use AI and machine learning to personalize experiences, automate workflows, and deliver data-informed decisions at scale.

Ideas for solving problems

Solve Problems with Clarity

Break down complex challenges using structured frameworks, systems thinking, and actionable insights.

End to end. repeat
Deliver End-to-End Execution

Own the full product lifecycle—from discovery to launch—driving cross-functional collaboration and outcome-oriented delivery.

innovation. experimentation
Foster an Innovation Culture

Promote a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and experimentation to unlock creative solutions and scalable growth.