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Alvaro Garibay

@alvarogaribay

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Product leader from Chicago in LA, strong in communication, collaboration, and relationship-building

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities.

I am an experienced product and project leader with over 8 years of hands-on execution across early-stage startups and growth-stage ventures. I have a proven track record of bringing complex web and mobile products from concept to launch, often operating across product strategy, team leadership, and stakeholder communication. I thrive in ambiguity, excel at balancing long-term vision with near-term priorities, and consistently build high-performing, user-centered teams that deliver.

In my current role as Chief Product Officer, I operate across multiple companies and contexts—leading product management while also guiding design and engineering teams through day-to-day execution. I regularly translate abstract ideas into clear, actionable workstreams, ensuring both quality and scalability. Whether advising on AI integration, supporting investor storytelling, or aligning teams across functions, I bring a hands-on, detail-driven approach that drives outcomes at every stage of the product lifecycle.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chief Product Officer

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Company Laboratory (colab.la) - Venture Studio

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Led the development and refinement of investor pitch decks alongside founders, articulating a clear product vision across 30+ decks. Advised portfolio companies on practical AI implementation strategies, identifying use cases, integrating tools, and aligning capabilities with product goals.

Product Vision Team Building Budget Management Product Strategy Team Leadership

Product Manager

Company Laboratory (colab.la) - Venture Studio

Jan 2019 - Jan 2023 (4 years)

Led product direction and lifecycle strategy for 50+ early-stage startups, adapting to evolving needs across launches, iterations, and growth initiatives. Managed engineering, design, marketing, sales, and leadership teams to successfully deliver 40+ web/mobile applications and tailored digital solutions.

Product Lifecycle Management User Adoption Cross Functional Team Leadership Product Strategy Market Research Agile Methodologies Data Analysis Stakeholder Management

Project Manager

Company Laboratory (colab.la) - Venture Studio

Jan 2017 - Jan 2019 (2 years)

Managed budgets and timelines across 8+ concurrent projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation and on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment. Collaborated closely with executive stakeholders to distill project goals into detailed specs and tasks, enabling effective execution by designers and developers.

Budget Management Resource Allocation Quality Assurance Project Management Cross Functional Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indiana University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

2010 - 2015

Grade: 3.9

Studied the fundamentals of psychology, gaining a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and cognitive processes. Developed strong analytical and research skills applicable to various fields.