Ted Frantz
@tedfrantz
Passionate product leader specializing in smart home software and IoT.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate and detail-oriented product leader with extensive expertise in smart home software and IoT ecosystems. My career has been dedicated to developing seamless, intuitive smart home experiences through strategic planning, user-centered design, and cross-functional collaboration. I have a deep understanding of various technologies, including BLE Mesh, Z-Wave, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and the emerging Matter protocol integrations.
In my current role as Principal Product Manager at GE Lighting, I have successfully developed and executed a strategic product roadmap for the Cync smart home app. I lead ongoing strategic meetings with major partners like Google Home and Amazon Alexa, ensuring alignment on project objectives and enhancing product integration. My previous experience as a Product Manager for the Cync app resulted in an 80% increase in app ratings, showcasing my ability to deliver high-impact features while maintaining a user-centric approach.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong capacity for collaboration across various functions, including engineering, sales, and marketing. I actively engage in user research and have participated in major conferences to showcase our products, resulting in increased brand visibility and market penetration. My commitment to innovation and excellence drives my passion for creating exceptional smart home solutions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Principal Product Manager
GE Lighting (A Savant Company)
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Developed and executed a strategic product roadmap for the Cync smart home app, leading cross-functional collaboration and strategic meetings with partners like Google Home and Amazon Alexa to enhance product integration and performance.
Product Manager – Software
GE Lighting (A Savant Company)
May 2021 - Nov 2023 (2 years 6 months)
Launched new Cync smart home products, responsible for software requirements, UX direction, and user validation, leading to an 80% increase in app ratings among over 4 million users.
Product Owner
MRI Software
Dec 2017 - May 2021 (3 years 5 months)
Defined requirements and user stories for the Affordable Housing software product, leading a 15+ Agile development team and maintaining product vision through client interactions and feedback.
Business Analyst Associate
Rosetta
Apr 2015 - Jul 2015 (3 months)
Assisted in the analysis and development of ecommerce products, focusing on user requirements and project support.
Business Analyst
Rosetta
May 2015 - Jul 2015 (2 months)
Worked as a Business Analyst Associate for the Ecommerce Product, focusing on requirements gathering and analysis to support product development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ohio University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management of Information Systems & Marketing
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Management of Information Systems and Marketing.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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