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Brian Akanwa

@brianakanwa1

Product Owner with expertise in agile methodologies and product development.

United States

What I'm looking for

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

As a Product Owner/Manager with over 3 years of experience, I specialize in driving the development and successful launch of innovative products from concept to completion. I have effectively collaborated with cross-functional teams, overseeing the delivery of 5+ major product releases and improving product performance by up to 25% through data-driven decision-making.

My strong focus on aligning business objectives with user needs has consistently optimized product roadmaps, enhanced user experiences, and prioritized features that directly contributed to a 30% increase in user engagement. I am skilled in agile methodologies, stakeholder management, and continuous process improvements, which have been instrumental in my success in the field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Technical Product Manager

Southwest Airlines

Dec 2021 - Present (3 years 6 months)

As a Technical Product Manager at Southwest Airlines, I led the migration to a modern AWS-Cloud Flight Planning system, optimizing route efficiency and reducing operational costs. I managed a cross-functional team, defined product strategies, and drove feature delivery, achieving significant improvements in backlog refinement and deployment quality.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Texas Tech University

Bachelor of Business Administration, Information Technology

2016 - 2021

Grade: 3.7 GPA

Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Information Technology, emphasizing STEM principles. Achieved a GPA of 3.7 while engaging in various projects and coursework that enhanced technical and business acumen.

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