Simplifies Complexity. Empowers People to Succeed. Accelerates Results.Experienced product manager and engineer who is highly-collaborative, curious and a committed team member. Known for a continuous learning and innovative mindset and developing visualization solutions that lead to a positive impact on all stakeholders, especially customers. Thrives in a culture of creativity and collaboration in an environment where there are clear and consistent accountability measures.Known for:INNOVATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING & SOLUTIONS that contribute to business results♦ Leverages a continuous improvement mindset to processes and short-term problem solving to drive long-term, sustainable solutions.♦ Balances engineering thinking with business acumen in product management and market strategy that elevates internal and external stakeholder engagement.♦ Results-focused in understanding root cause and developing a pragmatic and thoughtful approach to problem solving.TECHNICAL EXPERTISE that improves process, learning, adoption and engagement of ideas, solutions and people♦ Brings a process-focused approach to designing, implementing and optimizing visualizations of systems, ideas, and processes in product management strategy and planning, solution design, and go-to-market execution.♦ Highly resourceful and knowledgeable in leveraging technology to simplify complex and conceptual ideas, solutions, and processes. Strong analytical and big picture strategy skills that transform data and information into charts, diagrams, reports and presentations.♦ Quickly connects the dots between industry challenges, market demands, and customer needs.COLLABORATIVE, HIGH-INTEGRITY LEADERSHIP SKILLS that contribute to strong team results and reaching goals♦ High emotional intelligence (empathy, awareness of self and others, motivation and social skills) and intentional listening skills. Curious and inquisitive with the goal of understanding concepts, information and what people need to get things done. Responsive and thorough in follow-up to keep people informed and to manage expectations.♦ Articulate and succinct in verbal and written communications. Solid presentation skills and materials that get to the point, inform and educate, and enable people to make decisions and move to action. ♦ Calm presence that instills confidence in team members and decision makers.Contact: patrick.mcd.black@gmail.com