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Kristin Kobey | Wisdom Network - OpenWater Group
Kristin Kobey

Kristin Kobey

I help people Productize themselves

Location icon Alameda, CA, USA

About

I’m all about helping people and teams find their purpose and bring it to life. With 20+ years in tech as both a Product Leader and Leadership Coach, I get to use my “Product & Coaching” superpowers to help others turn obstacles into stepping stones. My work centers on aligning people, purpose, and vision, creating spaces where everyone—from individuals to entire organizations—can thrive and innovate. Whether I’m guiding someone on their career journey or helping teams untangle communication and strategy kinks, my ultimate goal is to empower purpose-driven folks to reach their full potential.

Top Skills

Product Strategy
Product Development
Leadership & Performance Coaching (ICF ACC | LPCC)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Coaching
Team Dynamics
Purpose-driven Innovation
Customer-Centric Product Design
Agile
Iterative Development
Startup Advisory
Value Mapping
Storyboarding

Industries

Technology
Software
Entertainment
Media
Education
Learning

Special Interests

Purpose-driven Leadership
Productizing Personal Value
Team Dynamics & Communication
Empowering Purpose-preneurs
Available
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Part-time
Contract
Fractional
Hybrid
Remote

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Advising
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Coaching
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Consulting
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Fractional Leadership
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Mentoring
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Speaking
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Teaching

Wisdom is the ability to discerningly step back while also staying fully present, connected, and impactful in the moment.

Areas of Expertise

Product Leadership and Strategy

With over 20 years in tech, I’ve had the pleasure of working with product organizations like Cognizant TriZetto and Walmart International, helping leaders and teams build customer-focused strategies that genuinely stick. My coaching combines on-the-ground product knowledge with big-picture vision, customized to the needs of each team.

Leadership & Performance Coaching

As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with an additional Leadership & Performance Coaching Certification (LPCC) from Brown University and training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) coaching, I’m passionate about coaching from a whole-person perspective. My work focuses on helping people gain self-awareness, align with their purpose, and find actionable ways forward, turning values into real change.

Startup Advising and Mentorship

I love working with startups to take big ideas and turn them into sustainable growth. Whether it’s through product strategy or leadership coaching, I bring my advisory experience in growth-stage and fractional leadership to support purpose-driven companies in shaping their mission and strategy to thrive.

Notable Roles

Founder, Kristin Kobey Coaching & Consulting

Since 2023, I’ve been running my own consulting practice, where I work with individuals and teams looking to level up through coaching and product strategy. I focus on helping my clients develop plans that reflect their values, guiding them to create the life, career, and products they envision.

Director of Product Management, Autodesk

As Director of Product at Autodesk, I had the chance to lead the development of our Virtual Assistant—a chatbot that scales customer support by blending smart tech with a seamless, customer-friendly experience. This role taught me the power of blending customer insight with technology to create innovative, helpful products.

Leadership Roles at StarMaker; Disney, Nickelodeon

Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to lead product teams at every stage—startups, growth-stage companies, and large enterprises. At StarMaker, I guided the strategic roadmap for social and music-focused apps that led to a successful acquisition. At Walt Disney Internet Group and Nickelodeon, I focused on building customer-centric digital experiences, scaling product offerings, and developing high-performing teams.

Key Professional Achievements

AI-Powered Customer Support at Autodesk

Led the development of a virtual assistant that uses AI to support thousands of users daily. This chatbot handles real-time customer support, transferring seamlessly to live assistance when needed, elevating both customer experience and internal efficiency.

Acquisition Success with StarMaker Interactive

Drove the strategic roadmap for StarMaker’s music and social apps, supporting growth and engagement that led to a successful acquisition. This experience solidified my belief in the power of user-focused, data-driven product development.

Founding Advisor, OpenWater Group

As a founding advisor, I’ve contributed to building OpenWater, a platform for accomplished professionals to collaborate, share insights, and create new economic opportunities. This role reflects my commitment to mentorship and community-building among seasoned professionals.

Ask Me About

Product Strategy
Leadership Coaching
Purpose Mapping
Agile Transformation
Team Empowerment
Customer Insights
Coaching Frameworks
Innovation Processes
Startup Growth Strategies
Digital Product Design
Value Storyboarding
Team Alignment Techniques
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