Kevin Wong

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Engineering Manager at Abnormal AI

New York, New York, United States

Overview

Kevin is an Engineering Leader at Abnormal AI, focusing on scaling backend systems for cloud email security. A University of Waterloo alumnus, he has a history of impactful roles, including leading the original launch of Instagram Reels and managing product engineering at Afresh.

He has a keen interest in leveraging technology for social good, demonstrated by his previous work at a company dedicated to reducing food waste and making fresh food more accessible.

Kevin was the tech lead for the original launch of Instagram Reels and discussed his experience on the Meta Tech Podcast.

Personality Overview

Appreciative

Example Driven

Good Listener

Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are.  They are more likely to go for proven solutions. Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.

Topics They Care About

Fighting Cybercrime
Currently leads teams building and scaling backend systems for Abnormal AI's core Cloud Email Security product to combat cyber threats.
Scaling Backend Systems
His role at Abnormal AI and previous experience at Instagram involve building and scaling backend infrastructure for large-scale products.
AI in Security
Actively works in the AI space at Abnormal Security, a high-growth company with a mission to leverage AI against cybercrime.

Media Appearances

Kevin has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
Engineering Manager at Abnormal AI
3-2022 - 8-2024
Engineering Manager - Product at Afresh
10-2020 - 3-2022
Engineering Manager at Instagram
9-2016 - 10-2020
Software Engineer at Instagram
1-2015 - 5-2015
Software Engineering Intern at Meta

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc from University of Waterloo

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Insights For Selling To Kevin

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be visibly appreciative of their actions during your interactions
  • Take time to make them feel comfortable before getting to the main pitch
  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally
  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kevin is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kevin

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kevin move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Kevin take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Kevin

Personality Compatibility


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