Jon Sukarangsan
AI Transformation Leader & Product Strategist
Helping organizations move from scattered AI experiments to systematic solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.
Experience
2023 - Present | Summer Friday | Founder & Principal Consultant
Leading AI transformation and product design consultancy helping organizations move from experiments to measurable outcomes.
2021 - 2023 | DEPT / MediaMonks | VP, AI & Innovation
Led global AI practice at award-winning agency, helping F500 clients build AI-first capabilities and products.
2019 - 2021 | Samsung Electronics | Senior Director, Digital Innovation
Drove digital transformation initiatives and built scalable product experiences for global markets.
2015 - 2019 | Google | Product Lead
Led cross-functional teams building consumer-facing products used by millions worldwide.
2012 - 2015 | McKinsey & Company | Engagement Manager
Advised C-suite executives on digital strategy, organizational transformation, and operational excellence.
Technology & Expertise
🤖 AI & Machine Learning
Claude API, GPT-4, Anthropic, Prompt Engineering
🤝 AI Agents
Multi-Agent Systems, Workflow Orchestration, Tool Integration, Agent Evaluation
🎨 Product & Design
User Research, Design Systems, Prototyping, A/B Testing
🧩 Design Systems
Component Libraries, Design Tokens, Documentation, Accessibility
🚀 Strategy & Operations
Transformation, Team Building, Process Design, Change Management
💻 Development
Python, TypeScript, React, Next.js
Work
Transformation at Google
Led product initiatives that reached millions of users, focusing on user-centric design and scalable architecture.
Product Case Study
Deep dive into building AI-first products from concept to production, including team structure and process design.
AI-First Product Teams Framework
Complete framework for building and scaling AI-first product organizations with practical playbooks.
Thinking
From Experiments to Revenue: Why Most AI Projects Fail
Exploring the gap between AI pilots and production systems, and how to bridge it systematically.
The AI Paralysis Paradox: When Too Many Options Lead to Zero Action
Understanding why teams get stuck in planning mode and how to break through to execution.
Building Internal AI Capability: Beyond External Consultants
A framework for growing sustainable AI expertise within your organization.
The Hidden Cost of Moving Too Fast: Why AI Transformation Takes Time
Why rushing AI adoption often leads to technical debt and organizational friction.
Designing AI-First Operating Systems for Modern Organizations
Rethinking organizational structure and processes for the AI era.
Testimonials
"Jon transformed how we think about AI. He didn't just deliver a prototype—he taught us how to think systematically about transformation."
-Chief Product Officer, Fortune 500 Financial Services
"The difference with Jon is his ability to see around corners. He helped us avoid pitfalls we didn't even know existed."
-VP of Innovation, Global Consumer Brand
"Working with Summer Friday was the best investment we made. Real results, not just theoretical frameworks."
-Founder & CEO, Series B Tech Startup