Late 2024, I made a decision that would quietly redefine my professional identity.
After years in commercial and supply chain roles, I had built strong business acumen and domain expertise. But I wanted something more — something that didn’t replace my experience, but amplified it. I wanted to complement strategy with technology.
That’s when I turned toward data.
The Spark: Data & Visualization
Data analysis and visualization felt like the natural bridge between business and tech. Tableau immediately piqued my interest. I committed to a comprehensive training program and eventually became a Certified Tableau Desktop Specialist.
What started as curiosity became capability. But curiosity, once ignited, rarely stays contained.
Going Deeper: Data Science & Machine Learning
I decided to push further — enrolling in a six-month specialization in Data Science & Machine Learning. The program expanded my perspective: statistics, predictive modeling, ML pipelines, structured problem solving.
When I completed it, a new question emerged:
Where do I apply this knowledge in a way that’s future-proof, dynamic, and intellectually challenging?
That’s when I found myself exploring blockchain and crypto.
Discovering the Blockchain Frontier
When you Google blockchain and cryptocurrency trading, one name consistently appears at the top — Binance.
But what truly drew me in wasn’t just trading. It was the ecosystem. The infrastructure. The innovation.
And then I discovered Binance Academy.
As someone who believes deeply in structured learning, I was genuinely impressed. Blockchain and crypto evolve rapidly — and it’s often difficult to find organized, well-curated educational pathways. Binance Academy provided exactly that.
In 2025, I completed both the Beginner and Intermediate Tracks.
They helped me build strong foundations:
How blockchain architecture works
Consensus mechanisms
Tokenomics
DeFi fundamentals
Security principles
Crypto market structures
And that was just the beginning.
Beyond the core tracks, Binance offers:
Developer Academy for builders
Learn & Earn (yes — getting rewarded for learning)
Deep dives into specific projects
Structured educational pathways for different expertise levels
For someone transitioning into tech, this ecosystem wasn’t just educational — it was empowering.
Where I Stand Today
My learning journey is still ongoing. It always will be.
Professionally, I’ve taken a new step — joining a startup as a Product Manager for an AI-based Audit Assistant. It may sound unconventional & some might say the order should have been reversed.
But I believe growth isn’t linear.
I don’t see myself just as a product manager. I see myself as a builder.
A builder who understands business.
A builder who understands data.
A builder who understands emerging technology.
And increasingly — a builder who understands blockchain.
The world is moving toward intelligent systems, decentralized infrastructure, and data-driven decision-making. I’m simply aligning myself with that trajectory.
From supply chains to smart chains — the journey continues.
