Profile
0 to 1 Product Manager | Project Manager - Startups | Learning & Development | Social Innovation | Apparel | Entrepreneur Consulting
I’m an entrepreneur turned product manager with 10+ years experience supporting for profit and nonprofit leaders in managing projects from inception to completion. My education background is in art & design, engineering tech and STEM. I have created and launched projects spanning consumer good products, SaaS platforms, and mission driven learning programs. Proven track record in driving results through strategic planning, product innovation and providing project management support to small to midsize cross-functional teams. Skilled new product or 0 to 1 product development. Passionate about supporting leadership in dynamic fast-paced environments.
My achievements in innovation and entrepreneurship have earned several awards and honors including 2021 Coaching For Everyone Fellowship, 2017 Red Bull Innovation Entrepreneur Fellow, and 2016 Cultural Innovation Fellow (Salzburg Global Seminar, Salzburg Austria), and 2017 Red Bull Innovation Entrepreneur Fellow. I engage entrepreneurship as a learning & development experience, a networking tool and to build my professional portfolio in lieu of a degree.
I'm interested in joining and growing with collaborative team that can leverage my knowledge, skills, and experience to launch innovative products, platforms and programs!
COMPETENCIES: Strategic Planning, Program Design, Instructional Design, Road Mapping, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Coaching, Technical Support, 0 to 1 or New Product Development, Product Management, UX Research, Agile Methodologies, Complex Problem Solving, and Tailoring.
Skills
Experience
Founder, Product Manager @ Stages ULTD LLC
Nov 2021 - Present
- Conducted market research and testing using first-party data and 200+ user stories to determine pre-market fit, pricing, margin, and profitability targets for game-based learning systems
- Led the procurement and production of 3 high-fidelity prototypes and an MVP, engaged by 25 coaching and/or teaching professionals for iterative design improvements
Project Coordinator, Learning & DevelopmentUrban Manufacturing Alliance
Nov 2023-September 2024
- Led the design of eLearning content and developed a product roadmap for a SaaS driven LMS platform
- Collaborated with 5 executive leaders in designing and implementing 6+ internal and external projects to support entrepreneurs and small businesses in the the manufacturing ecosystem
Digitization CoordinatorEnoch Pratt Free Library
Nov 2018-Oct 2023
- Developed workflows for scanning, digitizing, and indexing of archival materials and historical documents for over 15 government institutions and universities
Founder, Product Manager @ Generation of Dreamers LLC
Aug 2010 - Jun 2019
- Spearheaded the day-to-day operations of the SaaS ecommerce platform, ensuring accurate product listings and competitive pricing resulting in a 20% increase in average order value over one fiscal year
- Liaised with domestic and international apparel manufacturers & printers, vendors to coordinate and streamline production activities for over 12 seasonal collections
- Increased direct sales by 30% through targeted email marketing, trade shows, and strategic partnerships
Founder, Program Designer and Manager @ Baltimore’s Gifted
May 2017 - Dec 2018
- Pioneered an e-commerce initiative featuring over 50 original items designed exclusively by 7 emerging youth entrepreneurs and artisans
- Leveraged print-on-demand and dropshipping SaaS services across retail sales channels resulting in 13% increase in website traffic each quarter, achieving $45 ARPU (average revenue per user, online) and $100 ARPU in brick & mortar retail spaces
- Effectively engaged with local and regional foundations, angel investors, and community stakeholders to fundraise over $40K to support operations
Global Consumer Products Consultant@ Red Bull
Apr 2018-May 2018
Consulted in house apparel brand Alpha Turi on attracting new customer segments and leveraging cultural trends consistent with existing brand aesthetic. Collaborated with the lead fashion designer and creative teams to develop new fashion products across men’s clothing and apparel product lines. Contributed ideas to global consumer products development team on human centered approaches to product design and marketing in multicultural global markets.
Mobile STEM Learning Manager and Program Designer@ Open Works
Jul 2015-October 2017
- Developed and implemented Baltimore’s first STEM on Wheels education program based upon a 15-month research & development strategy for a startup high-volume manufacturing & maker space
- Facilitated 40+ workshops for k-12 students and teachers showcasing 3D printing, CNC machining, industrial sewing, and other production technologies
- Led cross-departmental communication to align project/product development with marketing and fundraising strategies
Education
Engineering Technology Temple University
Sep 2008 - Oct 2009
A.A.S. Computer Aided Drafting and DesignCommunity College of Baltimore County
Sep 2005- Dec 2007
Certifications
Inclusive Product Management Accelerator (IPMA)University Of Washington, Michael G. Foster School Of Business
Feb 2023April 2023
Professional Certificate University of Maryland
Dec 2022
Product management certification that covers the skill sets for the entire product lifecycle.
Certified Integral CoachNew Ventures West
Oct 2022
Integral Coaching is an ongoing, evolving methodology intended to be the most comprehensive response to human life.
Certified Professional Coach (CPC)iPEC - Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching
Sep 2022
iPEC’s unique Core Energy Coaching™ process goes much further to uncover inner blind spots and cultivate new perspectives which support individual success on a sustainable level.
Awards
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Coaching For Everyone Fellow, November 2021 – November 2022
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Red Bull Amaphiko Innovation Fellow, July 2017 – July 2019
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Starting Bloc Institute Fellow, February 2018 – February 2019
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Red Bull Amaphiko Academy, July 2017
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Warnock Foundation Social Innovator of the Year May 2017
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Warnock Foundation Social Innovation Fellow October 2016 – October 2017
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Cultural Innovation Fellow, Salzburg Global Seminar October 2016 – October 2017
Services
Personal Development Coaching
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Services
Coaching and Consulting for Entrepreneurs
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