Hi, I'm Lia Kostikova
Product Manager & Learning Experience Designer
Creating innovative educational solutions that make a real impact
About Me
I'm a Product Owner and Learning Experience Designer passionate about creating innovative educational solutions that make a real impact. With a data-driven approach and a commitment to honesty and openness, I design learning experiences that truly resonate with users.
My work focuses on leveraging technology to enhance education, from AI-powered learning trajectories to gamified language learning platforms. I believe in the power of innovation to transform how people learn and grow.
My Values
Honesty
Openness
Impact
Innovation
Data-Driven
Projects
EdTech products and platforms I've worked on
Leoni - AI Learning Trajectories
AI-powered platform that creates personalized learning paths based on student performance and goals
EL School - Learning Management System
Comprehensive LMS platform serving 50K+ students with modern learning tools and analytics
Zerocoder - No-Code Platform Education
Educational content and courses for no-code platform development
Skysmart - Online Tutoring Platform
One-on-one online tutoring platform connecting students with qualified teachers
Skillfactory - Online Course Platform
Professional development platform offering tech and business courses
Professional Experience
My professional journey and key accomplishments
Product Owner
Leoni
Leading AI-powered learning trajectory platform development
- Designed and launched AI-driven personalized learning paths
- Increased user engagement by 40% through adaptive content
- Collaborated with ML engineers to optimize recommendation algorithms
Product Manager
EL School
Managed LMS platform serving 50K+ students
- Redesigned core learning management features
- Reduced student drop-off rate by 25%
- Implemented analytics dashboard for educators
Learning Experience Designer
Uchi.ru
Created gamified language learning experiences
- Designed interactive lessons for K-12 students
- Increased daily active users by 30%
- Developed gamification mechanics that boosted completion rates
Product Designer
Skillfactory
Designed online course platform interfaces
- Created user-friendly course navigation systems
- Improved course completion rates by 20%
Skills & Expertise
My expertise and technical proficiencies
Product Strategy
Led product vision for 3+ EdTech platforms
User Research
Conducted 10+ user interviews and usability tests
Data Analysis
Improved user retention by more than 50% through data-driven decisions
UX Design
Designed intuitive interfaces
A/B Testing
Ran 10+ experiments optimizing conversion rates
Learning Design
Created engaging curricula for diverse learner groups
Education & Languages
My academic background and qualifications
Master's Degree in Cultural Anthropology
MSUCA (Moscow State University of Culture and Arts)
Product Leadership Certificate
Leadership Certification Program
Specialized training in product management and team leadership