Chief Technology Officer
NeedsList is a global B2B marketplace connecting local non-profits working with displaced people with INGOs and corporate donors to create efficiency and transparency in the humanitarian aid system. At NeedsList I led cross-functional teams of software engineers, UX/UI designers, and data specialists to deliver high-impact technology solutions. I managed distributed teams of up to 12 members when demanded by the project, including collaborations with Google engineers on international projects.• Developed and executed comprehensive 6-12 months product roadmaps, aligning technical initiatives with business objectives and market demands. • Orchestrated a successful pivot from B2C to B2B model, significantly enhancing the platform's aid response capabilities and market fit.• Fostered strong partnerships with product, design, and business teams to ensure alignment and efficient execution of strategic initiatives.• Spearheaded the development of a humanitarian aid platform, enabling 750+ global organizations to leverage over $35M in aid, impacting 750,000 lives.• Architected and implemented a white-label, multi-tenant solution, streamlining technical support and simplifying deployment processes.• Led the internationalization of the platform, supporting multiple languages and expanding deployments to 20+ countries in 3 languages.