Daniel Umah (Mba) Email & Phone Number

India

As the Coordinator of the Product Management Learning (PML) Community for the African Chapter, I lead initiatives to foster knowledge sharing, professional development, and networking among product management professionals across the continent. My role involves organizing workshops, webinars, and events that focus on the latest trends and best practices in product management.I collaborate with industry leaders to create valuable content and resources, ensuring our community stays at the forefront of the field. By facilitating connections among members, I aim to empower product managers to share insights, challenges, and successes, ultimately enhancing our collective expertise and driving innovation within the industry.Passionate about cultivating a vibrant learning environment, I am dedicated to supporting the growth of product management in Africa and promoting the exchange of ideas that will shape the future of the profession.

Lagos, Nigeria

www.MyFoodAngels.comMyFoodAngels is a FoodTech platform that connects customers with high-quality farm-fresh foods and provides personalized meal recommendations based on available ingredients using AI. The platform focuses on convenience and sustainability.My Roles:Innovative Platform Development: As the Chief Product Specialist, I lead the development and evolution of MyFoodAngels' platform, introducing cutting-edge features and functionalities that have revolutionized the way our customers shop for fresh food. This includes the introduction of user-friendly interfaces, personalized meal recommendations, and streamlined order processing.• Implemented a data-driven approach to prioritize feature development, reducing time-to-market for critical features by 20%.• Collaborated with the engineering team to streamline the delivery process, resulting in a 15% improvement in product release cadence.• Introduced a customer feedback program, resulting in a 25% increase in customer satisfaction scores and a 15% reduction in customer support tickets.• Led the development of a sustainability-focused product line, contributing to MyFoodAngels' commitment to reducing its environmental impact and supporting local farmers.Strategic Partnerships: I established and nurtured strategic partnerships with food manufacturers and suppliers. These collaborations have expanded our product offerings and propelled us into new markets, contributing significantly to our growth and market presence.Operational Excellence: I oversaw end-to-end operational processes, ensuring seamless execution of orders from the point of customer selection to timely delivery. This focus on operational excellence has been instrumental in maintaining unparalleled customer satisfaction levels.

London Area, United Kingdom

Leading a dynamic team of project managers, business analysts, testers, and engineers in the comprehensive development of a cutting-edge website for a prominent UK-based insurance company. Combining my product management expertise, and strategic leadership with technical expertise to drive the project forward, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.Key Responsibilities:- Directing the end-to-end development lifecycle of a high-impact website, from conceptualization to deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgetary constraints.- Collaborating closely with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, while effectively managing expectations and fostering a collaborative work environment.- Harnessing the collective talents of cross-functional teams to execute on project requirements, fostering innovation, and ensuring the delivery of scalable, user-centric solutions.- Overseeing the implementation of robust testing protocols to guarantee the reliability, security, and performance of the website, while proactively addressing any potential issues or bottlenecks.- Providing strategic guidance and mentorship to team members, facilitating their professional growth and development, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Responsible for steering the product towards success, ensuring that it meets the needs of the customers and achieves the business goalsConducted in-depth market research and strategic analysis in the rapidly evolving fintech sector, focusing on the burgeoning newcomers' market and credit report and transfer services in the USA and Canada. Thoroughly identified lucrative gaps and growth opportunities within the industry. Implemented research findings to drive profitability and sustainable growth.Facilitating Seamless Cross-Functional Collaboration: Spearheading and maintaining seamless collaboration with multifaceted teams, adeptly gathering and meticulously documenting precise product requirements. Proficiently translating user needs into actionable feature requests, ensuring a unified vision.Overseeing Product Development with Precision: Taking a pivotal role in product development, driving alignment with the established roadmap, and maintaining strict adherence to specified technical specifications. Ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of products that meet the highest standards.Championing User-Centric Testing and Continuous Enhancement: Orchestrating regular user testing sessions, skillfully capturing valuable feedback, and leading iterative improvements to continually enhance user satisfaction and optimize product usability.Strategic Documentation and Performance Metrics: Creating and meticulously maintaining comprehensive product documentation. Defining and implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) to rigorously monitor and report on product performance. Ensuring a data-driven approach to success.Influential Contributions to Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy: Making significant contributions to the development of a data-driven Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy. Supporting informed decision-making for the planning and execution of successful product launches and strategic market penetration.

Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

www.gariths.com G-Ariths Engineering Nigeria Limited is an indigenous company specializing in design and construction of water supply schemes, flood/ground water control, Dewatering and fire fighting for clients in government establishments, multinationals, manufacturing industries, construction companies, oil and gas.My Roles:Strategic Planning and Implementation: Spearheaded the development and execution of comprehensive business strategies that resulted in a significant increase in the company's market share and revenue growth.Client Relationship Management: Established and nurtured strong relationships with government establishments, multinational corporations, manufacturing industries, construction companies, and oil and gas companies, leading to repeat business and long-term partnerships.Project Excellence: Led cross-functional teams to ensure the successful design and construction of complex water supply schemes, flood/groundwater control systems, dewatering solutions, and fire-fighting projects. Achieved a track record of completing projects on time and within budget.Environmental Sustainability: Integrated environmentally sensitive design practices into project planning, reflecting a commitment to sustainable engineering and responsible resource management.

New York

o Consulted on a strategy project for SHELL April 2011– Project: Strategy of International Companies to Meet the National Content Development Mandateso Consulted on a strategy project for TOTAL Feb 2011– Project: Strategy to reposition TOTALo Consulted on a strategy project for TOTAL Feb 2010– Project: Strategy to reposition TOTAL

o Reduced operating expenses by over 35% by optimizing efficiency and decreasing expenses.o Managed all documentation processes: prepared monthly staff audits.o Provided logistics and general administrative support.o Managed all equipment in the bank. and supervised all construction work.o Interfaced between management and vendors o Sourced and selected new vendors for office services, resulting in improved customer service and satisfaction.HR Dutieso Managed the data base for all junior staff in Victoria Island region of the Bank o Assisted in the recruitment process by screening candidates for interviewo Trained newly recruited Administratorso Carried out appraisal for junior staffo Prepared reports, memos and presentations o Supervise all junior/support staff including assigning workload and schedules.o Resolved HR related issues concerning professional and non-professional staff

o Served as the corporate communications/brand officer.o Represented the CEO in meetings and assisting in general office administration.o Assisted in TV program productions. (Business His Way)

o Prepared daily work schedule for staff.o Interviewed, hired and trained newly recruited staff.o Liaised with ISPs on services rendered.o Resolved customer’s problems and enquires.o Maintained all computers and facility.o Managed the IT infrastructures in the office

Nigeria

o Repaired, Serviced and maintained the Main and Auxiliary Engine.o Serviced Pumps and valves. Sand-blasted docked vessels.o Docked and Undocked vessels of various capacities.o Repaired Shafts, Rudders and Propellers of various types.o Ensured that all reporting routines are followed and all equipment related paperwork are carried out within his area of responsibility, such as maintenance records, updating of service and instruction manuals, instructing procedures

Artificial Intelligence

Activities and Societies: Engaging in the study of Artificial IntelligenceI am currently expanding my expertise in Data Science.

Business Analysis

Equipped with essential skills for organizational improvement. Covered: Needs Identification and Solution Definition Requirements.

Certificate, Product Design, Excellent

The program covered key areas including; Product design, Design Thinking, User research, Scrum, Agile software development, soft skills.

Certificate, Product Management, Excellent

Activities and Societies: Worked in a team with other Product Managers on projects and shared experiences and knowledge that enhanced our.

Certificate, Certificate In Corporate Strategy (Coursera), Excellent

Corporate strategy is the strategy a firm uses to compete across multiple businesses. Many small firms want to grow by entering new.

Certificate, Globalization Of Business Enterprise

Mba, Business/Managerial Economics

Wrote and presented papers on Fraud.

Pgdm, Management

Presented papers on Human Resource Management

Higher National Degree, Marine Engineering

Activities and Societies: Fellowship Leader, Music, Soccer, Basketball, Community development, e.t.c

Secondary School Certificate, Science