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Brendan Ford

@brendanford

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Experienced product and project management professional driving strategic outcomes.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that values innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my skills to drive impactful projects and foster team success.

As a seasoned product and project management professional, I have a proven track record of delivering results in both enterprise and startup environments. My expertise encompasses hands-on project delivery, strategic product management, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve measurable outcomes. I thrive on driving efficiency and fostering collaboration, ensuring that projects align with business objectives and deliver value.

In my recent role as Founder of Wavepilot, I developed an AI Product Management platform that optimized workflows and provided actionable insights for project teams. This initiative not only scaled to 20 active users but also secured a place in the 'Microsoft for Startups' program, showcasing my ability to innovate and lead in competitive landscapes. My previous experience as a Senior Manager in PMO at Platform.sh further honed my skills in automating processes and enhancing team collaboration, resulting in significant reductions in coordination time and improved project delivery.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Founder

Wavepilot

Jun 2023 - Apr 2024 (10 months)

Developed an AI Product Management platform to analyze project data, detect bottlenecks, and optimize workflows. Scaled to 20 active users with a 100+ waitlist, accepted into 'Microsoft for Startups', and secured $150k in credits.

Product Management Project Management Next.js PostgreSQL Workflow Optimization Data Analysis User Engagement

Senior Manager, PMO

Platform.sh

Jan 2023 - Jun 2023 (5 months)

Automated PM coordination and reporting, reducing coordination time by 50%. Collaborated with C-suite and clients to align projects with KPIs and enhance visibility.

Project Management Automation KPIs Stakeholder Management Team Collaboration Reporting Tools Strategic Planning Data Driven Decision Making

Manager, PMO

Platform.sh

Jul 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 6 months)

Created and led a global PMO team, implementing OKR/KPI tracking. Enhanced project lifecycle and collaboration, reducing risk incidents by 20%.

PMO KPI Tracking Risk Management Team Collaboration Stakeholder Engagement Analytics

Technical Project Manager

Platform.sh

Jul 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Managed software and infrastructure projects, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance with ISO, PCI, GDPR, and HIPAA standards. Optimized workflows through Agile and ITIL practices.

Technical Project Management Risk Mitigation Agile Methodologies ITIL Compliance Workflow Optimization Team Leadership

Release & Deployment Lead

Spark New Zealand

Oct 2018 - Jul 2019 (9 months)

Led software releases and cross-functional teams, optimizing processes through Agile methodologies. Managed client communications and QA strategies.

Release Management Agile Methodologies Cross Functional Team Management Client Communication Quality Assurance Process Improvement Risk Management Team Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor of Commerce, Information Systems & Management

2015 - 2018

Studied Information Systems and Management, focusing on the integration of technology and business processes to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.