Summary
Results-driven Product Manager with experience in B2B product strategy, market research, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead R&D teams, make data-driven decisions, and drive product success through strategic planning and effective communication
Experience
TDK
Sano
Intel
ASU
2021-now
2019-2021
Product Manager — R&D
Engineer — R&D
2018-2019
2016-2018
2014-2016
2013-2015
Process Engineer
Technology Development Module and Integration Yield Engineer
Research Associate, Real Time Networks & Instrumentation Lab
MS in Material Science and Engineering
Product Manager — R&D
TDK • 2021 - present
Defined product strategies and roadmaps for innovative sensor systems in automotive wheels and tires, glucose and blood pressure monitors and, industrial equipment condition monitoring. Leveraged market trends and competitive research to uncover key market opportunities
Conducted 25+ B2B customer interviews, enhancing product development alignment with market and unmet user needs
Directed MVP definition and identified value propositions for 3 high-impact R&D
projects
Managed the product lifecycle of an automotive sensor project, delivering 7 evaluation kits and reducing time-to-market by ~18%
Led cross-functional collaboration with engineers, sales, and marketing to implement market-driven features
Coordinated communication with senior staff and stakeholders, ensuring projects stayed on track and within budget
Aligned global cross-functional teams to achieve project goals across diverse locations
Developed brochures, training materials, and marketing content for CES shows,
partnering with marketing for promotional efforts
Engineer — R&D
TDK • 2019 - 2021
Utilized data-driven decisions, improving piezo sensor prototype performance by 50%
Implemented custom in-house pilot manufacturing of piezo sensor, reducing time to produce each module by 93% and increasing yield from 75% to 95%
Minimized development timelines and risks by implementing well planned rapid
prototyping
Ensured seamless project execution by managing supplier relationships, including contractors
Presented a prototype of a global knowledge-sharing forum to the TDK leadership to foster innovation and collaboration among TDK subsidiaries
Process Engineer
Sano Intelligence • 2018 - 2019
Reduced inter-sensor variability by 50% for minimally invasive blood glucose sensors through optimized manufacturing
Technology Development Integration & Yield Engineer
Intel • 2016- 2018
Reduced equipment and process line scheduled downtime by 70% through statistical analysis and automation of electroplating workflow
Fixed a process cost mapping error saving the electroplating dept 22% of the predictive maintenance budget
Ensured tool and process compliance with industry standards by coordinating with stakeholders
Strengths
Analytical thinking
Achieved ~27% budget savings and reallocation through data-driven decisions and project prioritization
Cross functional collaboration
Led cross-functional teams with efficient communication, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to reduce unscheduled monthly equipment downtime by ~20%
Adaptability
Learned new technologies swiftly, reducing onboarding time by 30% and enhancing teamproductivity
Skills
Product Strategy & Roadmap Development
Market Research & Customer Insights
Data-driven Decision Making
Project Management
Stakeholder Communication
Marketing & Sales Enablement
Publications and Patents
Interconnects for Electrical Components Positioned Adjacent to Vehicle Tires (US20220134810A1)
EH stack for wheel (patent pending)
Method and application of strain-less electrode for sensing of pneumatic tire performance monitoring (patent pending)
Awards
TDK President’s Bronze Award 2021: Best
Innovative Technology - InWheelSense
CEATEC Award 2020: Grand Prix in the Digital
City Planning of the New Normal Age category-InWheelSense
Certificates
Product Manager Certification (PMC)
Product School • October 2023Generative AI for Product Managers Course
LinkedIn • June 2024