Neha Patel Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

PORCH: Jan 2024 - PresentNon-profit operating in 15 states nationwide, developing an application for their volunteers to use to complete their duties and communicate with donors.Luminary: Jan 2023 - PresentOpen-source API and free-to-download clients for universities and organizations to develop campus maps that crowdsource data on accessible routes and potential obstacles, and provide user-specific directions.RadFacts: Sept 2023 - PresentSimple Radiology reference app for students for UNC School of Dentistry. Leading a team of 3 IOS developers and 1UX/UI designer to complete and publish on App Store

• Working on a team (6 developers, 1 designer, and 2 product managers) to develop an accessibility app, enhancing mobility for 20,000 students on the UNC campus.• Managed the product spec and development roadmap, encompassing use cases, technical implementations, and data requirements• Identified MVP requirements by leading user research through round table interviews, consultations with UNC accessibility department, and a crafted research survey to potential users.

Redmond, Washington, United States

• Defined requirements for a high-impact solution escalated by 40 customers with 2.4M seats• Identified key feature alterations to the ideated solution through rounds of customer interviews to validate the problem statement and value proposition; helped advocate for their criticality with engineering.• Defined actionable PoC scope through engineering discussions to understand technical limitations, evaluate trade-offs.•Iterated on 3 versions of an end-to-end user experience; collaborated with engineering and design, utilizing feedback to refine technical and UX aspects.

• Conducted usability tests on a customer facing webpage to identify usability issues and ensure alignment with the product team’s engagement objectives• Orchestrated an accessibility (ADA) assessment utilizing Accessibility Management Platform (AMP) access tools and created a database of 50+ violations and recommended corresponding solutions.• Validated 8 webpages by identifying and addressing heuristic issues to improve user experience and engagement.

Chapel Hill, Nc

• Defined marketing strategy and success metrics by aligning OKRs with organizational goals.• Built a comprehensive brand identity by designing marketing assets using Adobe Creative Cloud.• Worked with development to create a flexible web platform that requires minimal maintenance over time.• Increased out-of-state registration by using targeted media campaigns.

Collaborate in student teams undertaking pro bono development, carrying a product through its lifecycle by validating user pain points through user interviews, designing and building MVP, and iterating through user feedback

Chapel Hill, Nc

Responsible for planning marketing and promotional initiatives related to RHA programs and events.• Meet with fellow members twice a month to brainstorm RHA events and create marketing implementation plans•Manage the RHA Instagram

Concord, Nc

Elected to serve as the Dixie Pines Region Vice President of North Carolina DECA, a 75-year strong organization that prepares emerging business leaders for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. I worked with 4 other regional officers and a state president to lead our delegation of over 7,500 high school leaders and ensure the growth and success of the organization during our one year term. Responsible for serving Districts 5 and 7, which consist of 14 counties in NC.Job Responsibilities:• Conduct chapter visits across my region of 14 counties for competition prep, presentations, and recruitment efforts.• Work with schools to encourage members and chapters to achieve their potential and grow the organization• Develop and implement statewide programs aimed at increasing chapter involvement and growth• Attend training conferences and workshops from International DECA Inc.• Maintain social media accounts including Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Concord, Nc

Selected as 1 of 12 students from Cabarrus and Rowan county. Gave feedback on current programs, shared my experience as a dual enrolled student, and helped create new marketing initiatives for the dual-enrollment program

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science & Information Science

Education record

High School Diploma, Stem

Activities and Societies: STEM Magnet Program, DECA, NTHS, NHS, BETA