MAXAT ISSALIYEV
50+ Sprints Delivered
50+ Sprints Delivered
Hi, I'm Maxat!
Hi, I'm Maxat!
Product Management
HTML5/CSS3 Mastery
Product Design
Branding
Collaborative Team Player
Product Management
HTML5/CSS3 Mastery
Product Design
Branding
Collaborative Team Player
About Me
Hi, I’m Maxat. I’m driven by curiosity and a knack for finding solutions-refining products at Amazon or building apps at university. My background blends management, hands-on product work, and a passion for making things easier for people. I thrive in the messy middle: where business, tech, and user insights collide. If a feature doesn’t solve a problem or engage users, I keep iterating. I believe the best products come from rolling up your sleeves, asking smart questions, and actually listening - then turning that learning into something real.
Hi, I’m Maxat. I’m driven by curiosity and a knack for finding solutions-refining products at Amazon or building apps at university. My background blends management, hands-on product work, and a passion for making things easier for people. I thrive in the messy middle: where business, tech, and user insights collide. If a feature doesn’t solve a problem or engage users, I keep iterating. I believe the best products come from rolling up your sleeves, asking smart questions, and actually listening - then turning that learning into something real.
Hi, I’m Maxat. I’m driven by curiosity and a knack for finding solutions-refining products at Amazon or building apps at university. My background blends management, hands-on product work, and a passion for making things easier for people. I thrive in the messy middle: where business, tech, and user insights collide. If a feature doesn’t solve a problem or engage users, I keep iterating. I believe the best products come from rolling up your sleeves, asking smart questions, and actually listening - then turning that learning into something real.
My product journey took off at the intersection of business and technology. Studying Management and Technology at TUM gave me both the toolkit—analytics, market research, prototyping—and the spark to build products that work for real people, not just slide decks. Along the way, I’ve learned that the best solutions aren’t just clever—they create real value you can measure.
My product journey took off at the intersection of business and technology. Studying Management and Technology at TUM gave me both the toolkit—analytics, market research, prototyping—and the spark to build products that work for real people, not just slide decks. Along the way, I’ve learned that the best solutions aren’t just clever—they create real value you can measure.
My product journey took off at the intersection of business and technology. Studying Management and Technology at TUM gave me both the toolkit—analytics, market research, prototyping—and the spark to build products that work for real people, not just slide decks. Along the way, I’ve learned that the best solutions aren’t just clever—they create real value you can measure.
I work across a flexible tech and product stack, shaped by my hands-on experience at Amazon, VEON, and multiple startups. Whether mapping out user flows in Figma, running product experiments, or analyzing metrics in spreadsheets, I’m always experimenting. I believe in staying curious: trying new frameworks, learning from the data, and jumping into new tools—whatever it takes to bring a product from napkin sketch to launch.
I work across a flexible tech and product stack, shaped by my hands-on experience at Amazon, VEON, and multiple startups. Whether mapping out user flows in Figma, running product experiments, or analyzing metrics in spreadsheets, I’m always experimenting. I believe in staying curious: trying new frameworks, learning from the data, and jumping into new tools—whatever it takes to bring a product from napkin sketch to launch.
I work across a flexible tech and product stack, shaped by my hands-on experience at Amazon, VEON, and multiple startups. Whether mapping out user flows in Figma, running product experiments, or analyzing metrics in spreadsheets, I’m always experimenting. I believe in staying curious: trying new frameworks, learning from the data, and jumping into new tools—whatever it takes to bring a product from napkin sketch to launch.
What my managers and team say
Testimonials
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
Alina Hafner
PhD Candidate, TU Munich
"Max brought our cybersecurity start-up project to life! His user research and Figma work shaped our website, and his team spirit made every milestone a win. I’d gladly work with him again—he makes things happen and motivates everyone around him."
Arlan Kaisin
Senior PM, Veon Ltd
"Having Maxat as a Product Manager Intern made a real difference. He quickly turned market research and user feedback into solid product improvements, while his attention to detail kept our team on track. Maxat’s drive and analytical thinking helped us make smarter decisions, and his positive attitude made teamwork genuinely enjoyable."
Askar Aituov
Developer Relations, Google
"Organizing DevFest 2022 with Maxat was easy and energizing. He took care of every detail, helped our community grow, and always had a solution when problems popped up. His enthusiasm made every challenge feel manageable, and the whole experience was a real highlight for our team."
My Stack
Where my product ideas get their first look—sketching out flows, collecting instant teammate feedback, and stress-testing designs before a single line of code is written. It’s also great for sharing with stakeholders who want to see progress between meetings.
Figma
Where my product ideas get their first look—sketching out flows, collecting instant teammate feedback, and stress-testing designs before a single line of code is written. It’s also great for sharing with stakeholders who want to see progress between meetings.
Figma
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Where my product ideas get their first look—sketching out flows, collecting instant teammate feedback, and stress-testing designs before a single line of code is written. It’s also great for sharing with stakeholders who want to see progress between meetings.
Figma
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Handy for those moments when stakeholders ask, “But what does it do?” I use Framer to turn static screens into clickable prototypes they can actually interact with—no guesswork involved, which helps bridge the gap between design and true user experience.
Framer
Handy for those moments when stakeholders ask, “But what does it do?” I use Framer to turn static screens into clickable prototypes they can actually interact with—no guesswork involved, which helps bridge the gap between design and true user experience.
Framer
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Handy for those moments when stakeholders ask, “But what does it do?” I use Framer to turn static screens into clickable prototypes they can actually interact with—no guesswork involved, which helps bridge the gap between design and true user experience.
Framer
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Perfect for pulling scattered thoughts together. During remote workshops or solo brainstorms, I map complex user journeys, gather sticky note insights from colleagues, and break down big features visually so the whole team stays aligned.
Miro
Perfect for pulling scattered thoughts together. During remote workshops or solo brainstorms, I map complex user journeys, gather sticky note insights from colleagues, and break down big features visually so the whole team stays aligned.
Miro
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Perfect for pulling scattered thoughts together. During remote workshops or solo brainstorms, I map complex user journeys, gather sticky note insights from colleagues, and break down big features visually so the whole team stays aligned.
Miro
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My hub for tracking what’s in progress, what’s blocked, and what needs a push. I rely on Jira to collaborate with engineers, break down large product goals into smaller tasks, and stay transparent with timelines and deliverables.
Jira
My hub for tracking what’s in progress, what’s blocked, and what needs a push. I rely on Jira to collaborate with engineers, break down large product goals into smaller tasks, and stay transparent with timelines and deliverables.
Jira
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My hub for tracking what’s in progress, what’s blocked, and what needs a push. I rely on Jira to collaborate with engineers, break down large product goals into smaller tasks, and stay transparent with timelines and deliverables.
Jira
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Where I track everything from launch checklists to follow-ups on bug fixes. Asana helps me split messy projects into achievable steps and share ongoing updates with cross-functional teams—nothing falls through the cracks here.
Asana
Where I track everything from launch checklists to follow-ups on bug fixes. Asana helps me split messy projects into achievable steps and share ongoing updates with cross-functional teams—nothing falls through the cracks here.
Asana
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Where I track everything from launch checklists to follow-ups on bug fixes. Asana helps me split messy projects into achievable steps and share ongoing updates with cross-functional teams—nothing falls through the cracks here.
Asana
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My personal knowledge base for every project: brainstorming notes, competitor research docs, meeting recaps, and decisions—all organized in one place for teams and myself to reference and update as we go.
Notion
My personal knowledge base for every project: brainstorming notes, competitor research docs, meeting recaps, and decisions—all organized in one place for teams and myself to reference and update as we go.
Notion
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My personal knowledge base for every project: brainstorming notes, competitor research docs, meeting recaps, and decisions—all organized in one place for teams and myself to reference and update as we go.
Notion
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Used for building team playbooks and creating structured documentation—especially handy when onboarding new members or recording detailed project retrospectives that everyone can learn from.
Confluence
Used for building team playbooks and creating structured documentation—especially handy when onboarding new members or recording detailed project retrospectives that everyone can learn from.
Confluence
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Used for building team playbooks and creating structured documentation—especially handy when onboarding new members or recording detailed project retrospectives that everyone can learn from.
Confluence
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When I want to see how product changes are landing, I check user stats here. Google Analytics grounds our hunches with real data and helps me spot trends or issues that need immediate action.
Google Analytics
When I want to see how product changes are landing, I check user stats here. Google Analytics grounds our hunches with real data and helps me spot trends or issues that need immediate action.
Google Analytics
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When I want to see how product changes are landing, I check user stats here. Google Analytics grounds our hunches with real data and helps me spot trends or issues that need immediate action.
Google Analytics
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Super practical for quick data dives or automating manual reports—whether I’m analyzing survey results, cleaning messy datasets, or even building a prototype tool to save repetitive work.
Python
Super practical for quick data dives or automating manual reports—whether I’m analyzing survey results, cleaning messy datasets, or even building a prototype tool to save repetitive work.
Python
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Super practical for quick data dives or automating manual reports—whether I’m analyzing survey results, cleaning messy datasets, or even building a prototype tool to save repetitive work.
Python
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My tool for gathering real user feedback, not just surface-level responses. Typeform creates surveys that people actually finish, and the logic features help me tailor questions for deeper insights.
Typeform
My tool for gathering real user feedback, not just surface-level responses. Typeform creates surveys that people actually finish, and the logic features help me tailor questions for deeper insights.
Typeform
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My tool for gathering real user feedback, not just surface-level responses. Typeform creates surveys that people actually finish, and the logic features help me tailor questions for deeper insights.
Typeform
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Like an extra set of hands—automating routine tasks such as notifications, spreadsheet updates, or syncing survey feedback to our dashboards, letting me focus on higher-level problems and ideation.
Zapier
Like an extra set of hands—automating routine tasks such as notifications, spreadsheet updates, or syncing survey feedback to our dashboards, letting me focus on higher-level problems and ideation.
Zapier
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Like an extra set of hands—automating routine tasks such as notifications, spreadsheet updates, or syncing survey feedback to our dashboards, letting me focus on higher-level problems and ideation.
Zapier
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Where I quickly prototype GenAI-powered features, generate summaries or content on demand, and experiment with new models—making AI accessible and practical for my daily workflow.
Google AI Studio
Where I quickly prototype GenAI-powered features, generate summaries or content on demand, and experiment with new models—making AI accessible and practical for my daily workflow.
Google AI Studio
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Where I quickly prototype GenAI-powered features, generate summaries or content on demand, and experiment with new models—making AI accessible and practical for my daily workflow.
Google AI Studio
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Services
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Product Strategy & Roadmapping
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Product Strategy & Roadmapping
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Product Strategy & Roadmapping
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Product Strategy & Roadmapping
Define and execute the product vision by aligning business objectives, market research, and user needs. I map out actionable plans, set and revisit priorities, rally stakeholders, and ensure everyone is working toward clear, measurable milestones that drive sustained business results and teamwork across multiple departments.
Uncover what truly matters to users through interviews, surveys, and usability tests. I translate findings into concrete product improvements that drive satisfaction, authentic engagement, and sustainable feature adoption, always making sure real voices shape the product, not just assumptions from a boardroom.
02
User Research & Insight Generation
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User Research & Insight Generation
Analyze product analytics, experimentation data, and qualitative feedback to uncover growth opportunities and optimize long-term performance. I distill complex numbers into clear insights and regularly present findings to leadership, ensuring teams take action with confidence while rigorously tracking wins and lessons.
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Data-Driven Decision Making
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Data-Driven Decision Making
Lead agile ceremonies, refine backlogs, and balance shifting priorities in highly dynamic team settings. I keep processes streamlined and adaptive, supporting engineers and designers to deliver high-quality work and rapidly respond to feedback and new requirements as the sprint rhythm evolves.
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Agile Project Management
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Agile Project Management
Build automation scripts and AI-enabled tools to remove process bottlenecks and eliminate tedious manual work from internal operations. My solutions accelerate business performance, empower teams to act faster, and free up hours every week for more strategic and creative pursuits.
05
AI Automation & Internal Tools
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AI Automation & Internal Tools
Craft detailed user stories, technical specifications, and acceptance criteria for each new feature and project initiative. I bridge the gap between engineer, designer, and stakeholder by providing clear, actionable requirements—delivering clarity, alignment, and accountability at every phase from kick-off to completion.
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Product Requirement Definition
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Product Requirement Definition
Transform concepts into interactive prototypes and wireframes to thoroughly test features before development. I facilitate hands-on iteration, rapid stakeholder feedback, and usability validation to refine every product’s user experience, ensuring designs address pain points and exceed expectations the first time.
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Prototyping & UX Improvement
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Prototyping & UX Improvement
Monitor competitor products and follow market trends, distilling research findings into actionable strategy recommendations and new areas of value. I help teams identify not just threats, but differentiation points, and future-proof our offering by anticipating shifting user needs and industry changes.
08
Market Research & Competitive Analysis
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Market Research & Competitive Analysis
Build bridges between engineering, design, marketing, and sales for consistently aligned, efficient project execution and strong momentum. Through trust-building, proactive communication, and regular check-ins, I keep everyone focused on shared goals and ensure smooth handoffs and joint wins from planning to delivery.
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Cross-Functional Team Leadership
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Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Coordinate the full product journey from beta testing to wide-scale launch, managing cross-team collaboration and communications. I develop go-to-market plans, mobilize launch resources, create messaging, and drive active user enthusiasm and adoption for maximum product and business impact.
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Product Launch & Go-to-Market Strategy
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Product Launch & Go-to-Market Strategy
Foster strong user communities and internal stakeholder networks via events, targeted feedback sessions, and multiple collaborative channels. I ensure the product grows with genuine input, adapts to customer needs, and establishes trusted relationships that support innovation, loyalty, and long-term growth.
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Community & Stakeholder Engagement
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Community & Stakeholder Engagement
Develop clear documentation, manuals, and process diagrams to streamline team operations and reduce onboarding time. I focus on making complex workflows easy to follow, implementing best practices that ensure knowledge transfer, support technical teams, and drive efficiency across feature launches and project handovers.
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Technical Documentation & Process Optimization
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Technical Documentation & Process Optimization
Think I am a good fit?
Think I am a good fit?
If you think my background could be a match for your team, reach out on LinkedIn or send a message! I’m always open to discussing new opportunities and how I can contribute.
If you think my background could be a match for your team, reach out on LinkedIn or send a message! I’m always open to discussing new opportunities and how I can contribute.
