Hi, I'm karthik medarmetla - Head of Core Product Solutions, YouTube at Google
I'm passionate about building high-performing teams and leveraging data to shape product roadmaps that deliver user and business value. I thrive on driving growth for consumer-facing products in digital media and entertainment.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led core product solutions at YouTube, transforming user experience and go-to-market strategies.
Drives product strategy and GTM execution for large-scale consumer tech platforms.
Can help others by advising on product growth and team leadership.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Finance & Consulting
Began career in investment banking and private equity, building strong analytical and valuation skills at Bain Capital and BCG.
✦ Investment Banking
✦ Private Equity
✦ Management Consulting
Transition to Tech Product Leadership
Moved into the tech industry, applying strategic thinking to product development at Google, focusing on YouTube's core offerings.
✦ Product Management
✦ Tech
✦ YouTube
Driving Core Product Solutions
Led the development and execution of product strategies, optimizing user experience and market approach for large-scale digital platforms.
✦ Product Development
✦ GTM Strategy
✦ User Experience
💪🏻 Superpowers
Product Visionary & Strategist
Translating complex market needs into actionable product roadmaps.
✦ Shaped product strategy for YouTube's core solutions.
✦ Developed data-driven go-to-market plans.
✦ Drove innovation in consumer-facing digital products.
Growth Catalyst
Proven ability to accelerate user acquisition and engagement.
✦ Led initiatives that significantly impacted user experience.
✦ Implemented growth strategies for digital platforms.
✦ Focused on market entry and expansion opportunities.
Cross-Functional Leader
Building bridges between engineering, marketing, and business teams.
✦ Managed diverse teams to achieve unified product goals.
✦ Fostered collaboration for successful product launches.
✦ Expert in people and team management.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring opportunities to lead product innovation in the creator economy.
✦ Seeking to connect with individuals passionate about scaling digital media platforms.
✦ Eager to contribute to strategic discussions around emerging consumer tech.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on product roadmapping and GTM planning.
✦ Provide insights into scaling consumer-facing digital products.
✦ Share leadership best practices for cross-functional teams.
I would love your help on
✦ Connections to founders in the creator economy space.
✦ Insights into disruptive technologies impacting digital media.
✦ Discussions on community building for digital platforms.