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I'm a Senior Product Manager and Product Owner specializing in AI-driven products. Currently AI Product Owner at a smart-tourism startup, where I own the full product roadmap end-to-end, run sprint planning and engineering ceremonies, define LLM and RAG feature requirements, and ship production AI features across leading frontier models from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google. Before that, I led national-scale AI platform delivery and project management for Egypt's Ministry of Higher Education across 27 universities, including an adaptive AI tutor, a RAG-powered research platform built on the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, and a K-12 AI assessment platform. I owned the AI Solutions Nano Courses program end-to-end: 5,000+ registrations, 2,000+ live participants, and 4 multilingual onboarding webinars. What I help clients with: • Product Management and Product Ownership: Roadmaps, PRDs, user stories, acceptance criteria, sprint planning, backlog grooming, stakeholder alignment, and measurable success metrics • AI product strategy: Translate ambiguous founder or exec vision into prioritized roadmaps tied to business outcomes • LLM evaluation and selection: Compare frontier models on cost, latency, output quality, and context limits before you commit engineering hours • RAG and agentic systems: Design retrieval architecture, prompt strategies, and agent workflows that actually ship rather than stalling in proof-of-concept purgatory • Project management across teams — Run cross-functional delivery in Jira, Trello, Smartsheet, Asana, and Monday platforms; concurrent multi-client and multi-program execution without quality slipping • Rapid prototyping with modern AI-first tooling(like v0 or Lovable): Validate product ideas in days, not sprints; replace static mockups in stakeholder reviews with live, deployable prototypes • EdTech and B2G delivery: Multi-institution rollouts, adoption programs for non-technical educators, and stakeholder dynamics that make government contracts work My background also includes Lean Six Sigma at Medtronic on FDA-regulated production lines, and CEO experience taking a 200+ person organization from operating losses to 15% profitability. So when I say outcomes over demos, I mean it from both an engineering-discipline and a P&L perspective. Best fit: founders shipping their first AI feature, EdTech teams scaling LLM-powered learning, product leaders who need a senior PM partner to take an idea from "we should try AI" to a working product, or organizations that need a Product Owner who can also run the project management discipline behind delivery. I'm available in the ET and CET time zones; I'm a US citizen, open to travel, and available immediately. Send a message and let's talk about what you're trying to build.

Technical AI Program Lead & Product Manager (Expert-Vetted, Top 1%) who turns founder vision into shipped, production AI — not slideware. Ex-Tesla and Experian, with $400K+ earned and 100% Job Success across 45+ Upwork engagements. What I actually do: - Orchestrate multi-model AI — design and build agentic workflows across Claude, GPT, and Gemini, including MCP-based tool/context setups. Hands-on where it counts, and I direct engineering for the rest. - Wire AI into your real stack — connect models to live business data and systems (CRM/Salesforce, cloud, internal APIs) so outputs are grounded, not generic. - Build with governance in mind — SOC 2 / RBAC-aware deployments, sensible data boundaries, and controls to keep shadow AI in check. - Own delivery end-to-end — scope, sequence, and ship with real PM rigor (Agile/Scrum) so AI initiatives reach production and stay maintainable. Tools & stack: Claude, GPT, Gemini, MCP, Jira, Linear, HubSpot, AWS, and modern web stacks (React, Node.js, Python). Track record: - $400K+ earned on Upwork across 45+ engagements, 100% Job Success - $10M+ in client ARR influenced; 200+ complex projects shipped across e-commerce, healthcare, and logistics - Long-term, repeat client partnerships If you need someone who speaks both founder and engineer and can take an AI initiative from idea to production, let's talk. Also available for full-stack delivery — web & mobile app development, Amazon Seller Central, Shopify, WooCommerce, and WordPress — plus data & BI (Power BI dashboards & reporting) and digital transformation consulting, solo or with my NinjaDev team. Whether you need a senior AI/product lead or an end-to-end build, reach out and let's talk.

🏆 TOP RATED TALENT 💯100 % JOB SUCCESS Need actionable insights to grow your business? I’m a proven market research analyst and business consultant with a track record of delivering 5.0-rated results for startups, e-commerce, and edtech clients. Specializing in market research, pricing strategy, go-to-market plans, and copywriting, I help businesses identify high-demand opportunities, optimize strategies, and tell compelling stories. Here’s what I bring to the table: ✅Market Research: Uncovered top-selling digital products for Teachers Pay Teachers and analyzed e-commerce trends (5.0-rated projects). ✅Business Consulting: Crafted go-to-market strategies for HR systems and provided pricing insights for startups (5.0-rated). ✅Copywriting: Delivered engaging case studies and content that drives results (active project with $250 budget). ✅Consultations: Provided high-value 30/60-minute strategy sessions with perfect client feedback (5.0-rated). Whether you’re launching a product, scaling a startup, or refining your HR strategy, I deliver data-driven solutions tailored to your goals. Let’s connect to discuss how I can help you succeed! Skills: ➕Market Research ➕Business Consulting ➕Pricing Strategy ➕Go-To-Market Strategy ➕Copywriting ➕Survey Research ➕Data Analysis ➕HR Consulting ➕Product Research ➕Startup Consulting Recent Portfolio: ➡️Market Research for Teachers Pay Teachers Conducted in-depth analysis to identify high-demand digital products for educators, helping the client target profitable niches. 🧑‍💼 Client Feedback: Ongoing project with strong collaboration. ➡️Go-To-Market Plan for HR Management System Developed a strategic plan to launch an HR system, including market positioning and pricing recommendations. 🧑‍💼Client Feedback: “Outstanding work, delivered actionable insights on time.” ➡️Market Analysis for E-Commerce Product (Glu Gun Holder) Provided competitive analysis and pricing strategies for a niche product, driving informed business decisions. 🧑‍💼Client Feedback: “Exceptional research, highly recommended.” ➡️Copywriting for Case Study Crafting a compelling case study to showcase a client’s success, blending storytelling with data-driven insights. 🧑‍💼Client Feedback: Work in progress with positive collaboration. ➡️Business Strategy Consultations (30/60-Minute Sessions) (5.0 Rating, Multiple Projects) Delivered quick, high-impact sessions) 🚩Business/Financial Planning and Marketing🚩 ✔I excel in developing strategic business plans, conducting market research, and crafting marketing strategies that drive customer acquisition and retention. ✔My experience includes creating RFPs, grant applications, and implementing effective business processes to enhance overall operational efficiency. ✔I have a deep understanding of eCommerce, SaaS, and technology sectors, enabling me to align business strategies with industry trends and best practices. 🚩Data Analytics and Visualization🚩 ✔Proficient in data analytics and using tools such as Excel and Google Sheets to extract valuable insights from complex datasets. ✔Skilled in data visualization techniques, I can create visually appealing dashboards and charts to communicate key findings and facilitate data-driven decision-making. ✔I have a keen eye for identifying patterns, trends, and opportunities hidden within data, enabling businesses to optimize their operations and drive growth. By combining my expertise in business planning, marketing strategy, and data analytics, I can help companies gain a competitive edge, improve financial performance, and make data-informed decisions. My collaborative approach, strong problem-solving skills, and commitment to excellence make me an ideal partner in driving business success. I am available immediately and flexible in terms of rate and working hours. Regardless of time zones, I am committed to building a long-term relationship and delivering exceptional results. Let's discuss how I can contribute to your business objectives.🎯

I have a history of high success in both the corporate and startup worlds: - Founded Hiperwall, grew it into a global multi-million-dollar business without investors - Managed Zetera global sales, marketing and manufacturing, helped raise over $20M - Part of the 4 person team that launched the Westinghouse line of LCD televisions - Oversaw a corporate turn-around at Premier mounts, restoring profitability and growth - Grew Canon computer sales by over 20% while increasing gross margin by 13% - Increased Compaq notebook sales by 50% to $500M annually in less than 1 year - Received a Silver Anvil from the Public Relations Society of America, their highest award I began my career as a software engineer, working for large enterprises like McDonnell Douglass and Xerox, as well as startup Dayflo, named software company of the year by PC Magazine. Over time, I transitioned to a technical marketing role, then through product management, brand management, strategic planning and eventually into general management. In 2000 I shifted my focus to the world of hi-tech startups. Since that time, I have worked exclusively for emerging companies as a consultant, employee, advisor, board member or founder. I am an adjunct college professor, teaching start-up skills to would-be entrepreneurs. I hold multiple granted patents, with additional patents pending, and am a published author whose work has appeared in preeminent publications such as PC Magazine, U.S. News & World Report, PC Computing and Digital Signage Magazine.

Hi, I'm Rob, a business consultant with over 15 years experience working with start-ups, SMBs, VC/PE firms and Fortune 500 companies. As both a Principal and member of The Stagira Group, my team of over 600 consultants and I, focus on providing solutions in areas such as: business strategy, technology, operational efficiency, sales & marketing solutions, coaching & mentoring, investment prep and assistance in raising capital for various entities. EXPERTISE: 📊 Business Strategy -Business development strategies -Digital marketing & ad management (social media, Google, LinkedIn, etc.) -Operational efficiency -Data analysis -Fractional & interim CxO placements 🌐 Technology -Digital transformation -Cyber security -Data migrations -System integrations -Fractional & interim CxO placements 📈 Capital Raising -For: start-ups, private equity funds (Reg D & Reg A) and publicly traded funds -Seed/angel, series A-D & pre-IPO investment prep -Presentation building, mentoring & coaching -Fractional and interim capital raising specialist placement The Stagira Group is an experienced and proud group of over 600 financial & IT consultants, fractional CxOs and mentors/coaches, who are always eager to take on new projects and challenges. We are always passionate about providing the best services and solutions for each one of our clients to ensure our client's success. Ready to get started? Let us know how we can assist you with your business goals & initiatives during a complimentary 15 minute consultation. Book now, and we look forward to speaking with you soon.

Founders bring me in when a meaningful decision is approaching and the numbers are not yet ready. That usually means one of five things: ▶ a capital raise is coming ▶ debt or lender conversations need stronger support ▶ cash visibility is weak ▶ the forecast cannot be trusted ▶ investor, buyer, or diligence scrutiny is getting closer I work with founder-led companies that need decision-grade finance, not bookkeeping-only support. My core engagements include: 🔹 CFO Reviewed Financials™ A structured financial diagnostic that identifies the most important reporting, margin, liquidity, and control issues affecting decision quality. 🔹 CFO Reviewed Financial Model™ A diligence-grade review of an existing model to pressure-test assumptions, logic integrity, capital needs, and investor-readiness. 🔹 Comprehensive Financial Model™ A dynamic, driver-based model built for fundraising, debt, hiring decisions, expansion planning, or exit preparation. 🔹 Investor-Ready / Lender-Ready / Buyer-Ready Sprints Structured, time-boxed engagements for companies preparing for investor conversations, lender or credit discussions, buyer diligence, or exit-readiness planning. 🔹 Ongoing CFO Advisory Financial leadership for founders who need stronger forecasting, KPI discipline, reporting cadence, and strategic finance judgment. Published rate reflects initial advisory and diagnostic work. Larger readiness, modeling, and CFO engagements are scoped separately based on decision context, complexity, and timeline. Selected outcomes include: ✔ $29.3M raised across four VC rounds ✔ $20M expansion funding secured ✔ support for a $22.0M acquisition completed ahead of plan ✔ a $5M telehealth startup sale ✔ a turnaround from a $1.5M loss to a $0.5M profit I am a fit when the business has a real financial decision in front of it. I am not the right fit for bookkeeping-only, tax-return-only, or cosmetic spreadsheet work. If you are preparing for capital, debt, diligence, cash restructuring, or a strategic exit, send a message with the decision you need to make and the timeline you are working against.