Hi, I'm Monica Howard - Head of Program Management, Google Maps Mobility
I thrive on leading complex technology initiatives, particularly in mobility and geospatial tech, by fostering strong team cultures and driving operational excellence. My passion lies in translating user needs into impactful strategies and delivering exceptional product experiences.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led program management for Google Maps Mobility, driving strategic execution and product growth.
Managed product operations and customer escalations for Google Analytics and DoubleClick, optimizing user experience.
Can help others by offering insights on scaling program management offices and developing go-to-market strategies.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Program Management
Began at Google, building a strong foundation in program management within Cloud Systems.
✦ Google Cloud
✦ Program Management
✦ Systems
Strategic Product Focus
Transitioned to Area 120 to lead Product Strategy & Operations for Sidelight.
✦ Product Strategy
✦ Product Operations
✦ Innovation
Mobility Initiatives Leader
Currently heading Program Management for Google Maps Mobility, driving strategic growth.
✦ Google Maps
✦ Mobility
✦ Leadership
Rotational Exploration
Explored sustainability initiatives through a rotational program, broadening perspective.
✦ Sustainability
✦ Cross-functional
✦ Growth
💪🏻 Superpowers
Strategic Program Architect
Orchestrating complex initiatives from conception to successful delivery.
✦ Led program management for Google Maps Mobility, ensuring strategic alignment and execution.
✦ Developed and implemented go-to-market strategies for new product features.
✦ Managed product operations and escalations, optimizing user experience and support.
Culture Cultivator
Fostering high-performing, collaborative team environments.
✦ Passionate about building great team cultures that drive innovation and efficiency.
✦ Championed transparent operations to improve team collaboration and project visibility.
✦ Mentored teams to enhance product development and delivery processes.
User-Centric Product Advocate
Translating user needs into impactful product strategies and experiences.
✦ Focused on creating great experiences for users through strategic product planning.
✦ Leveraged expertise in UX and customer support to inform product development.
✦ Ensured product operations met user expectations and service level agreements.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking to connect with leaders in the mobility and geospatial tech space.
✦ Looking to explore emerging trends in AI and data-driven user experiences.
✦ Eager to share best practices in program management and operational excellence.
I can help with
✦ Offer insights on scaling program management offices for complex product lines.
✦ Provide guidance on developing effective go-to-market strategies for technology products.
✦ Share experiences in building strong team cultures and fostering operational transparency.
I would love your help on
✦ Get introductions to innovators in autonomous driving technology.
✦ Find collaborators for projects focused on urban planning and smart city solutions.
✦ Receive advice on navigating the evolving landscape of consumer mapping services.