APAkash Patel
@akashpatel4
Visionary product leader with expertise in digital transformation.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a visionary product leader with over 7 years of experience driving digital transformation and product strategy at Fortune 100 financial institutions. My journey has been marked by a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, managing change initiatives, and delivering high-impact software solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
At JP Morgan Chase & Co, I have successfully led Scrum of Scrums, mentoring over 30 Scrum Masters and Product Managers, while also managing two direct reports. My strategic advisory skills have allowed me to partner with diverse business units to implement customized solutions, and I have championed stakeholder engagement to ensure enduring adoption of innovative product strategies. My passion for leveraging AI and automation drives my commitment to modernizing platforms and delivering measurable business value.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Product Manager, Vice President
JP Morgan Chase & Co
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Led Scrum of Scrums, mentoring over 30 Scrum Masters, Product Managers, and Project Managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and Agile best practices. Partnered with diverse business units to evaluate operations and implement customized Jira Align solutions. Initiated and led the creation of a firmwide enhancement request tool, fostering interdepartmental cooperation and improving s
Product Owner, AVP (Insights)
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Led the strategy and execution of in-app cashback offers by defining API data exchange requirements and collaborating across engineering, legal, and vendor teams for seamless connectivity. Drove the integration of mobile cashback and discount deals across multiple business lines, enhancing the customer experience through targeted in-app promotions. Worked closely with fellow Product Owners to alig
Product Owner/Scrum Master, AVP
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 3 months)
Launched a mission-critical risk management platform used by 4,000+ risk professionals to track and mitigate organizational risk, improving compliance and oversight. Led end-to-end communications including demos, release notes, and executive-level presentations to drive clarity, buy-in, and cross-functional support. Managed the backlog, prioritized features and epics, and coordinated cross-team co
Project Management, Analyst
JetBlue Airways Corporation
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)
Designed dashboards to monitor vendor SLAs and reduce performance gaps, achieving $600,000 in quarterly savings. Partnered with finance and operations teams to align KPIs with budget goals and enhance reporting for strategic decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NTNew Jersey Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology & Management
Studied Information Technology and Management. Gained foundational knowledge in IT principles and management practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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