Thomas Woodard Email and Phone Number
I am a technology leader with over 15 years of experience in bringing magical experiences to life. I am passionate about technology that makes things easier - saving time and energy - for both people and businesses. I am passionate about robotics and AI and the opportunity they present for doing just that.Results-oriented technical leader with over 11 years of experience at Amazon, specializing in delivering innovative customer experiences in the B2B and B2C space. Proven expertise in product management, technology execution, cross-functional leadership, financial rigor, and operations. Demonstrated success in building global businesses from scratch, scaling large operations, and driving substantial revenue growth.I spent the last 7 years in Amazon Alexa where I was responsible for launching and scaling the Alexa Smart Reordering service - a service that makes the task of re-ordering disappear in the home and business, leveraging smart devices (from printers to coffee machines to smart shelves) that report consumable usage. Anything from toilet paper to break room snacks show up before you even knew it was running low. Also at Amazon, I was a project manager on the fire phone, I helped to launch a new cell phone service plan marketplace, I helped drive explosive growth as a vendor manger in both the lawn & garden and cell phone accessories categories, and drove operational efficiencies in marketing across the consumer electronics categories.I am particularly proud of the time I spent as an officer in the US Army. My experiences there have instilled me with a lifeline passion for demonstrative leadership - being a doer, not a sayer.So many people have helped me to get to where I am today, I seek to spend as much time giving back as I have had the opportunity to receive from others.
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Vp Of Product Services & PartnershipsOpenlane May 2024 - PresentCarmel, Indiana, Us
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Product AdvisorSka | Robotics Feb 2024 - PresentPittsburgh, Pa, UsAs a product and business advisor, I work with SKA Robotics on a variety of product/business challenges including strategy, product management practice, and growth initiatives. -
Personal Goal PursuitCareer Break Jun 2023 - May 2024Took the opportunity to fulfill a lifelong dream - My family and I sailed up the inside passage from Seattle to Glacier bay Alaska (and back) over the course of 4 months. Saw a part of the world that not many see - wild and untouched - and (hopefully) gifted my daughter with memories that will last a lifetime. Learned a lot about marine electrical systems and marine diesel engines. Learned to play some fun songs on the Ukulele.Got back late 2023 and am enjoying continued learning and looking for my next challenge!
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Senior Manager – Alexa Smart Reordering, Alexa Smart HomeAmazon Mar 2020 - Jun 2023Seattle, Wa, UsDuring this time period, I managed cross-functional teams across Seattle, Vancouver, and Dublin to deliver seamless reordering experiences as part of the Alexa Smart Home experience. One of my key assignments in this role was to directly oversee a team of 40 individuals in areas, including product management, software & hardware development, operations, and business development. I launched and grew the business to over 100M B2C and B2B users through feature launches, partnerships, and a magical customer experience. -
Head Of Product, Amazon Dash/DrsAmazon Apr 2018 - Mar 2020Seattle, Wa, UsIn this role, I directed the discontinuation of Dash Buttons and Dash replenishment programs, while skillfully incorporating valuable insights into Alexa Smart Reordering service and ensuring a smooth transition for customers. I led a team of Product Managers in creating a magical experience for both customers and businesses.
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Manager – Marketing, Third-Party Marketplace, Vendor Management, WirelessAmazon Aug 2015 - Apr 2018Seattle, Wa, UsDuring this tenure, I managed operations of wireless phones and accessories business, including managing negotiations, enhancing profitability, and fostering positive relationships with vendors. I identified an opportunity to expand sales by reselling pre-paid cell phone plans through the Amazon platform. I recruited a skilled product manager and acquired the necessary resources to develop and launch the product.
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Senior Product Manager, WirelessAmazon Mar 2014 - Aug 2015Seattle, Wa, UsDuring this time period, I was tasked with overseeing all aspects of cell phone activations aimed at ensuring seamless customer experience from start to finish. I implemented financing programs to provide customers with flexible payment options for cell phone purchases. I conducted a thorough analysis of customer activation flows to optimize efficiency and address any pain points in the process. I developed and executed a comprehensive strategy for selling cell phones on the Amazon platform following the launch of Fire Phone.
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Senior Vendor Manager, Lawn And GardenAmazon Jul 2012 - Apr 2014Seattle, Wa, UsIn this role, I created and executed strategic plans to enhance vendor management process. I collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, identify potential vendors, and negotiate contracts. I conducted comprehensive market research/analysis to identify new vendors and products. I ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all vendor management activities through regular audits and training programs.
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Retail Management InternAmazon.Com May 2011 - Jul 2011Seattle, Wa, Us• Managed development and implementation of a platform advertising program between General Motors and Amazon.com. • Conducted competitive analysis and developed a scalable process to identify in over 600 highly targeted leads to bring sellers onto Amazon.com.
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Company CommanderUs Army Oct 2009 - Jun 2010Arlington, Virginia, UsCommander (executive level) of the training and operation of a 135 Soldier Infantry unit tasked with counter-insurgency operations. Directly responsible for the planning and execution of an audit and reset program designed to ensure operational readiness within 3 months of return from Operation Iraqi Freedom. Developed and implemented a training program for 41 new soldiers and 21 new team leaders resulting in 33 teams trained to standard in a six-month period. Directly responsible for 21 advanced vehicles and vehicle-mounted weapons systems valued at over $14 million. • Trained Solders for individual qualification at the 32-day long Expert Infantryman’s Badge test, resulting in a 41% Company pass rate, higher than any other Company in the 27-Company Brigade.• Developed and supervised a Family Readiness Group to ensure that Soldier’s wives and families were included and taken care of when Soldiers deployed.• Reset over 2,000 pieces of equipment valued at over $14 million with zero loss or damage. Implemented and supervised a maintenance program resulting in over 95% operational readiness of all Company equipment within a 6 month period. -
Executive Officer/Operations ManagerUs Army Sep 2008 - Sep 2009Arlington, Virginia, UsSecond in Command (executive level) of the training and operation of a 135 Soldier Infantry unit tasked with counter-insurgency operations forward deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Direct the management and allocation of the company's critical supply, nuclear-biological-chemical protection, communications, and arms room operations. Lead the company's headquarters section tasked with providing the Commander's personal security detachment (PSD) and providing the Company's command and control components. Directly responsible for 10 advanced vehicles and vehicle-mounted weapons systems valued at over $4 million. Planned and executed over $2 million of economic/infrastructure development projects over a seven-month period.• Successfully secured the populous in the Mada'in province by expertly organizing and hosting a Microgrant program and workshop granting over $200,000 of targeted $1000-$2000 grants.• Achieved an operational readiness rate above 97% for the company's 78 vehicles through superior management of maintenance and logistic systems. By comparison, the standard for our larger parent unit was 75%.• Executed two company-sized movements into and within the Rasheed district of Baghdad with less than one month before redeployment with zero loss of personnel or equipment.
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Platoon Leader/ManagerUs Army Apr 2007 - Sep 2008Arlington, Virginia, UsCoordinated and executed the employment of a 39 Soldier unit consisting of 13 advanced vehicles and three subordinate units with 8 soldiers each. Affected the training, discipline, welfare, morale, and warfighting capability of 39 Soldiers during combat operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Supervised the accountability, maintenance, and deployability of over $10 million worth of vehicles and equipment. Advised my supervisor, an Armor Officer, in the utilization of Infantry assets in Counter Insurgency (COIN) environments.• Lauded as the first in the Company to integrate the Iraqi Army Company into daily Platoon missions and planning. Led Platoon on over 150 combat patrols in a six-month period while conducting security operations in Radwania province of Baghdad during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) deployment. • Led the Company's first Air Assault, a joint U.S. and Iraqi Army operation. • Successfully enabled the Nahia (Iraqi Governance Council) and Iraqi Army to take responsibility for the cleaning, maintenance, and legal regulation of all the canals in the Company sector by developing an innovative canal-working group. This increased the autonomy of the region and enabled increased reliance on the legitimate government and governmental systems. • Aided and mentored the largest Sons of Iraq (SOI) group in the Company's area, consisting of 458 fighters, 23 checkpoints, and payment of $74,264 monthly contracts, ensuring proper manning, appropriate security posture and minimizing corruption.
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Undergraduate ResearcherMissouri University Of Science And Technology Jan 2004 - May 2006Rolla, Mo, Us• Developed procedures for the detection of change in infrared imagery. • Led project in developing techniques and procedures for the detection and analysis of image change. • Used a variety of computer and mathematical models to produce a working program for change detection with several mitigation functions.• Assisted in the development of spatial detection of minefield • Continued the development of detection algorithms for the mitigation of false-positive detections. • Worked closely with the math and statistics departments for the selection of developed techniques.• Programmed human interface for landmine detection program • Created a testable platform for study of a human interface in several image-processing algorithms. • Collaborated with professors in the fields of both engineering and psychology. -
Intelligence AnalystUnited States Army Sep 2000 - Jul 2002Arlington, Virginia, UsConducted collection and analysis of Intelligence received all-source collection agencies and provided fact-based recommendations based on that intelligence. Worked closely with the Air Force and Navy to facilitate mid to long-term operations. Assisted in the targeting of both Air and Naval strikes based on intelligent analysis and prediction. Coordinated efforts between the Army and other military branches to achieve maximum effects for the resources allocated. • Named distinguished honor graduate of the Intelligence Analyst Basic Course with an enrollment of 122 Soldiers.• Transformed intelligence into a presentable format for decision makers in the form of verbal briefs, digital terrain simulators and written reports.• Responsible for the setup and repair of the Tactical Operations Center (TOC), ensuring that components were operational and the layout maximized efficiency of battle tracking and decision-supporting indicators.
Thomas Woodard Education Details
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Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School Of BusinessGeneral -
Missouri University Of Science And TechnologyElectrical Engineering
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Thomas Woodard works for Openlane
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Thomas Woodard's current role is GM | Product Manager | Technology Leader | ex-Amazon | US Army Veteran.
What schools did Thomas Woodard attend?
Thomas Woodard attended Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School Of Business, Missouri University Of Science And Technology.
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