Myung Bender
Womxn @ Work 2024

“I’m lucky to have a circle of smart and funny womxn in my life, like sisters. We’ve shared laughs, travels, supported each other and manifested our dreams together. These moments are precious to me, making our time spent so special.

Growing up I moved around a lot where there were a lot of unknowns. This has made me value humor and optimism, teaching me adaptability and resilience. This background has instilled in me a love for life’s beauty and a playful approach to challenges.

The special people in my life and my own experiences motivate me to support other womxn with their dreams. I want to celebrate our uniqueness and dream big together about love, life and work.” 

Myung Bender (she/her) is a product and operations leader with over two decades of experience in tech and digital innovation.

As a cofounder of KnowMe, which has since been acquired by Apple, Bender shows a keen ability to lead and innovate. She played a pivotal role in Bumble’s IPO and managed a global team across diverse industries, including beauty tech and healthcare, and has made significant contributions to companies like NBC Universal and Accenture.

Known for her leadership and team-building skills, Bender excels in both startups and large corporations. Currently pursuing a degree in design engineering at Brown University and RISD, Bender is expanding her toolkit to include hardware products. While at Brown, she cofounded EcoForge, leveraging agricultural residues to create sustainable, affordable building materials, in support of local economies and the environment.