I conceive, direct, and coordinate innovation and strategic technology programs within the Emerson Test & Measurement CTO office. Our technology focus includes cloud & IoT, AI-based automation & analytics, and edge intelligence. To drive assimilation into product roadmaps, I implement cross-functional programs that synthesize use case prioritization, technology de-risking, and business case impact assessments. For product roadmap updates and balancing, I collaborate with product managers and product owners on prioritization and trade-off assessments. For technical de-risking, I work closely with platform architects on research and prototyping projects. For business case analysis, I work with strategy leads across applicable segments.

Manage cloud platform strategy, in support of data analytics, intelligent automation, and generative AI. Collaborate with product teams and the CTO office to accelerate key technology shifts and growth opportunities across the NI software portfolio.

Led new product initiative from early concept through lead user programs and market adoption. Managed needs analysis, requirements synthesis, business case development, product roadmap, and go-to-market planning. Worked across numerous functions, including R&D, Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Finance. The product is now a key component of the company's software strategy and a strategic pillar for growth.

Executive management role focused on leading product-centric marketing and development initiatives. Led marketing and business development program that resulted in 200% customer growth within 24 months. Managed product development initiative to expand and modernize the technology platform, adding iOS and Android support in preparation for the company's acquisition.

Led product transition from middleware to enterprise solutions, aligning the company's mobile platform to underserved field service processes in industries such as energy, aerospace & defense, and facilities management. Worked closely with key customers to establish solution requirements and product priorities. Collaborated with sales teams to close and deliver key wins, contributing to revenue acceleration and the company's inclusion in the 2009 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 (list of fast growing software companies).

Collaborated with a small team to execute a successful start-up rescue and turnaround for a trailblazing enterprise mobility software start-up. Key contributor to the renewed company strategy and investor presentations, resulting in a successful bridge financing event. Repositioned product plans and roadmaps to align with an enterprise solutions strategy and collaboration with top-tier system integrators.

productmarketing.com was an early-stage software start-up that offered a web-based application suite and collaboration platform for product marketing professionals. The company was unsuccessful in gaining sufficient funding, but it provided an ideal immersive learning experience to ramp up product management skills and best practices. Role included customer needs analysis, requirements definition, and roadmap development.

Technical implementation role for a fast-paced, high-growth software start-up. Worked with small project teams to deliver enterprise pricing solutions for Fortune 500 customers. Acquired deep knowledge of enterprise-class software development and systems integration, while working as a developer, application architect, and (informal) business analyst.