Chris Bierbaum Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia, US

Strategic executive providing visionary and day-to-day leadership to cross-functional product teams, driving innovation and platform stability in complex environments. Expert in scaling businesses, executing strategies, and integrating major initiatives. Proven ability to uncover root issues and deliver impactful solutions to diverse business and technical.

The Woodlands, TX, US

• During this time, I guided and advised global entities on digital and mobile software solutions, covering the entire process from product concept to implementation. I excelled in helping clients navigate the digital.
• Directed a prominent AI startup's product organization and successfully developed and launched 2 enterprise SaaS solutions. I outlined a comprehensive 3-year product strategy, quarterly roadmap, and go-to-market plan.
• I have also offered strategic guidance in diverse domains, including consumer and enterprise payments, technology, and investment.
• Expert Witness in an IP litigation matter for a Payment Processor defendant.

I led a successful transformation at hibu, transitioning the company from traditional print publishing to digital publishing. By identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in the digital market, I executed innovative strategies and created a comprehensive 3-year strategic plan for hibu's digital transformation. As a member of the Executive Leadership.

Overland Park, Kansas, US

• I oversaw the mobile financial services and advertising businesses, managing both business and technical functions for prominent brands such as Sprint, Virgin Mobile, and Boost Mobile. My responsibilities encompassed a.
• I grew annual revenue from $0 to over $100M through various channels and initiatives.
• I successfully launched Google Wallet and spearheaded the implementation of contactless point-of-sale (POS) terminals in over 2,000 Sprint Stores, solidifying our position as a leader in the market.

• As the leader of Softcard, a joint venture between Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, I managed all aspects of operations, product management, product development, contract negotiation, business case development.
• Developed a comprehensive mobile payment, loyalty, and rewards solution, along with merchant POS terminal specifications.
• Effectively managed partner integrations, payment industry certifications, and supply chains, ensuring seamless operations and industry compliance.

Overland Park, Kansas, US

• HEAD of MOBILE PAYMENTS and COMMERCE – PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
• Led the development and deployment of Sprint Mobile Wallet including Wallet APIs for developers.
• Negotiated third-party partner agreements. Led the integration, market launch and lifecycle management of two Mobile Banking applications and a Carrier Billing service.
• Championed the creation of Sprint’s mobile advertising business delivering $10M in annual revenue and more than 10M unique monthly users.

• I played a pivotal role in the Sprint and Nextel merger, leading efforts to preserve the innovation and history of both companies. To foster creativity and collaboration, I established the Innovation Department.
• My efforts led to significant results, successfully generating over $75M in revenue, highlighting the value of innovation and strategic planning in driving business success.

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