Shanel Pouatcha studied Business, Computing & Data Science at NYU Stern, focusing on the intersection of emerging technology, infrastructure, and strategic decision-making.
Over the past several years, she has worked across product strategy, communications, and applied research in sectors where trust, data, and complex systems collide. Her journey began with editorial leadership, launching and running a science and technology publication that amplified expert voices across emerging landscapes.
This foundation led her into strategic roles supporting startups, founders, and teams building at the forefront of innovation. Shanel specializes in translating complexity into clear, actionable insights—whether shaping strategic narratives, refining product messaging, or extracting meaningful signals from complex datasets. Her work spans campaign analytics, DeFi, and healthcare technology, with a focus on helping emerging ventures navigate complex technical and market challenges.
Specialties
- Marketing
- Product strategy
- Emerging technology
- Communications
- Applied research
- Startups