Transformative Head of Product Management with expertise in driving product innovation and execution in IT and fintech industries. Proven ability to bridge traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) with scalable, user-centric solutions. Experienced in product lifecycle management, fintech strategies, blockchain integration, and stakeholder engagement. I believe in fostering collaboration, empowering teams, and leveraging data-driven insights to achieve organizational goals. With a strong technical background from starting my career in R&D, I excel in collaborating with technical teams, speaking their language, and navigating R&D processes effectively. Skilled in managing global, cross-functional teams and excelling in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Passionate about fintech and blockchain technologies, with a commitment to knowledge sharing, accountability, and balanced decision-making processes.
Experience: 10 years
Yearly salary: $140,000
Hourly rate: $110
Nationality: 🇮🇱 Israel
Residency: 🇮🇱 Israel
Experience
Head of Product Managment
COTI Group 2022 - 2003
Built and scaled a product management department, introducing Agile practices that improved team efficiency and adaptability. Launched a Treasury protocol managing over $100M in assets, demonstrating expertise in financial product design and execution. Delivered a crypto-backed stablecoin on the Cardano blockchain, broadening market reach and boosting the company’s blockchain reputation. Improved cross-network bridge functionality, reducing transaction issues by 90% while enhancing the overall user interface and experience. Represented the company at industry events, podcasts, and strategic partnerships, increasing visibility and thought leadership. Strengthened enterprise client relationships by delivering tailored product solutions, enhancing satisfaction and retention.
Senior Business Analyst
CME Group 2017 - 2021
Head of Product Management
Vixichain 2003 - 2025
Direct the product strategy for a cutting-edge neo-banking application, aligning it with organizational goals and market demands. Built a product team from scratch, including Business Analysts and UI/UX experts, ensuring a robust and efficient product development process. Managed two flagship products: * A regulated money remittance platform supporting FIAT and cryptocurrency transactions, ensuring secure and seamless operations. * Vixichain, a private blockchain designed to bridge TradFi and DeFi, providing superior interoperability, scalability, and user experience. Took on overlapping responsibilities with the COO role in a fast-paced startup environment, driving operational efficiency and strategic alignment. Driving innovation in Web3 protocols and applications, actively working towards positioning the company as a leader in the fintech industry while building out the product. Collaborated with executive leadership to define and track KPIs, ensuring all initiatives align with strategic objectives and deliver clear business value. Spearheaded cross-functional team efforts to deliver high-quality products on schedule, with a focus on user needs and market trends. Developed and implemented go-to-market strategies that enhanced product adoption and established competitive advantages. Responsible for contacting partners and leading partnership discussions with banks and third-party providers from a product perspective, ensuring alignment with the product vision and goals. Working remotely with a global team across three different time zones, ensuring seamless communication and coordination in a dynamic environment.
Product Owner
Payoneer 2001 - 2001
anaged a B2B cross-border payment platform, optimizing operations for global merchants. Integrated GDPR-compliant solutions to enhance trust and regulatory adherence. Led bank integrations that streamlined payment operations, improving processing times and customer satisfaction. Collaborated with teams to refine platform features based on user feedback and market insights.
Skills
business-development
product-lead
product-manager
quality-assurance