Creative Career Conversations - Entertainment & Telecommunications

Join us for a conversation with Katherine Lordi ’19, Senior Product Manager, Identity & Authentication at Comcast in Philadelphia. A Bucknell graduate with a degree in Computer Science and Engineering andManagement, Katherine has built a career spanning software engineering, digital experimentation, media, and product management.After beginning her career as a Software Engineering Associate at Lockheed Martin, Katherine transitioned into product management at Dow Jones, where she helped lead digital experimentation and product optimization for brands including The Wall Street Journal and Barron’s. She joined Comcast in 2024 as a Product Manager on the Connected Living team and was recently promoted to Senior Product Manager, where she focuses on creating modern, secure, and seamless identity and authentication experiences. During this conversation, Katherine will share insight into her path from software development to product management, how Bucknell helped prepare her for that journey, navigating a layoff and career transition, and the skills students can develop to succeed in rapidly evolving industries. She will also discuss the current state of the entertainment, media, and telecommunications industries and how technology, changing consumer expectations, and emerging tools are shaping the future of those fields.The presentation will be virtual and shown in Botany 201, with snacks provided. To attend virtually, be sure to register on Handshake.