Tyler Burton
@tylerburton
Product leader specializing in strategy and GenAI solutions.
What I'm looking for
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
Product & Strategy Consulting
Self-employed
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Providing consulting services across product, strategy, and GenAI solutions, leveraging extensive experience in product management and strategy development.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Queen's University
MBA, Business Administration
2008 - 2010
Studied abroad in Madrid, Spain.
Queen's University
Bachelor of Applied Science, Mechanical Engineering
2005 - 2009
Availability
Location
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