Join us in this exclusive interview with Andreea Bancila, Senior Director of Product at Vistaprint. Hailing from Romania, Andreea’s journey into technology began at a young age when she started coding for a game inspired by ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’.
After pursuing a double major in Computer Science and Architecture at Mount Holyoke College in the US, Andreea found her way to Vistaprint during a career fair at Umass Amherst.
Since joining in 2013, she has played pivotal roles as a software engineer and product manager, driven by her passion for understanding customer needs and creating impactful solutions. Today, Andreea leads diverse teams at Vistaprint, focusing on enhancing Product Pages, HomePage, Search, Checkout, and more, shaping the future of digital experiences for Vistaprint customers.
In this video we ask Andreea the following questions:
- What sparked your interest in computer science at such a young age, and how did that experience shape your career path?
- How did moving to the US and studying at Mount Holyoke College influence your career and personal growth and how did you find your way to Vistaprint?
- What were some of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of your early days as a software engineer at Vistaprint?
- What inspired you to transition from engineering to product management, and how has your technical background influenced your approach to product management?
- As a Senior Director of Product, what are the key responsibilities you hold, and how do you manage such diverse teams?
- What advice would you give to young women and aspiring professionals looking to enter the tech and product management fields?
