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Tyler Burton

@tylerburton

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Product leader specializing in strategy and GenAI solutions.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and strategic growth, with a focus on collaborative team environments.

I am a seasoned product leader with extensive experience in driving product strategy and execution across various sectors, including fintech and home renovations. Currently, I provide consulting services that leverage my expertise in product management and strategy, focusing on innovative solutions in the GenAI space.

Previously, I served as the Director of Product at RBCx Ventures, where I led a cross-functional team to develop Smart Reno, an online marketplace that generated $2.5M in revenue. My role involved creating product visions, launching mobile applications, and implementing data-driven optimizations that resulted in significant growth in user engagement and organic traffic.

My career has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for mentoring teams in agile methodologies. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can contribute to strategic initiatives and drive efficiencies, ultimately enhancing customer experiences and business outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Product & Strategy Consulting

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Self-employed

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Providing consulting services across product, strategy, and GenAI solutions, leveraging extensive experience in product management and strategy development.

Strategy Development Stakeholder Management Data Analysis Market Research Business Development Agile Methodologies Customer Engagement Leadership

Director of Product, Smart Reno

RBCx Ventures

Jan 2018 - Oct 2023 (5 years 9 months)

Led a cross-functional team to create and execute product strategy for Smart Reno, an online marketplace for homeowners and contractors, driving $2.5M in revenue. Launched mobile apps and implemented data-driven optimizations, achieving significant growth in user adoption and organic traffic.

Product Management Product Strategy Team Leadership Data Analysis Agile Methodologies Stakeholder Management Mobile App Development Revenue Customer Research

Product Lead, Renoshield

RBCx Ventures

Mar 2020 - Nov 2020 (8 months)

Owned end-to-end strategy and product development for Renoshield, a mobile payments app. Recruited beta customers, designed fraud controls, and implemented features using scrumban methodology.

Product Development Mobile Payments Recruitment Fraud Prevention Scrumban Agile Methodologies

M&A Integration Lead

RBCx Ventures

Apr 2019 - Mar 2020 (11 months)

Led the integration of three acquired startups, creating an M&A Integration Playbook to align stakeholders and drive efficiencies across various functions.

M&A Project Management Change Management Communication Operations Management Financial Analysis

Senior Manager, RBC Reach

RBCx Ventures

Oct 2018 - Apr 2019 (6 months)

Defined the value proposition for a corporate accelerator, successfully converting 50% of cohort companies into commercial partnerships with RBC.

Corporate Strategy Partnership Development Value Proposition Stakeholder Engagement Business Development Market Analysis Relationship Management Negotiation

Product Manager

RBCx Ventures

Jan 2018 - Oct 2018 (9 months)

Managed a dashboard integrating KPIs from over 35 SaaS applications for small businesses, conducting user research to guide future product roadmap.

Product Management Dashboard Development SaaS Integration User Research KPI Analysis Roadmap Planning Data Analysis Stakeholder Management Agile Methodologies

Chief of Staff

ILPA

Sep 2015 - Nov 2017 (2 years 2 months)

Collaborated with the CEO to prioritize strategic initiatives for over 4,000 global members and executed a $275,000 software project under budget.

Strategic Planning Project Management Budget Management Stakeholder Engagement Software Implementation Change Management Leadership Data Analysis Communication Prioritization

Research Associate

ILPA

Mar 2014 - Sep 2015 (1 year 6 months)

Redesigned a salary survey and analyzed data in Excel, achieving the highest level of customer participation since inception.

Data Analysis Survey Design Excel Customer Engagement Research Methodology Reporting Statistical Analysis Communication Project Management Stakeholder Management

Portfolio Associate, Private Banking

Bank of Montreal

Nov 2010 - Mar 2014 (3 years 4 months)

Supported an Investment Counsellor managing $500MM in assets for high net worth clients, focusing on client relationships and investment opportunities.

Investment Management Client Relationship Management Financial Analysis Wealth Management Portfolio Management Market Research Communication Financial Planning Risk Assessment

Wealth Management Associate

Bank of Montreal

Jul 2010 - Nov 2010 (4 months)

Completed a two-year rotational program across multiple Wealth Management divisions, gaining diverse experience in investment strategies and client services.