Erik van Iersel

Erik van Iersel is a skilled Product Manager currently working at Canva since January 2023, with a robust background in product management and digital innovation. Previously, Erik held the position of Director of Product Management and Product Manager at Faethm AI from February 2021 to January 2023, and served as Digital Product Owner at Optus from October 2014 to February 2021, managing complex AI-based projects and driving innovation within the organization. Erik's experience also includes roles as a Digital Capability Manager and Technical Innovation Producer at Optus, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing project lifecycles, developing innovative solutions, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Additional roles as a Full Stack Developer at Deepend and other firms have further solidified Erik's technical expertise. Erik's educational background includes qualifications in product management, data analytics, and software development.