Brian Spangenberg

About Brian Spangenberg

With a strong background in product management, service lifecycle, and user experience, I specialize in building scalable, high-impact solutions that drive business growth and enhance customer satisfaction. My expertise spans B2B2C models, go-to-market strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, enabling me to bridge the gap between technical teams, business stakeholders, and end users.What I Bring to the Table- Product Strategy & Roadmap Execution: Experience leading end-to-end product lifecycle, defining roadmaps, and prioritizing high-impact features- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Skilled in collaborating with engineering, UX, marketing, and business teams to align on product vision and execution- User-Centric Innovation: Passionate about enhancing customer experiences through A/B testing, UX research, and data-driven insights- Service & Platform Optimization: Strong background in service lifecycle management, SaaS/marketplace platforms, and B2B2C integrations- Data-Driven Problem Solving: Leverage analytics, experimentation, and KPIs to continuously optimize product offerings and ensure measurable impact- Agile & Experimentation Enthusiast: Comfortable in fast-paced environments, driving agile product development and iterative improvements.Industries & Areas of Interest- Live Event & Ticketing Technology: Experience aligning B2B partnerships (venues, teams, promoters) with seamless B2C user experiences- Cloud Services & SaaS: Expertise in service creation, lifecycle management, and enterprise solution adoption- AI & Data-Driven Solutions: Passion for leveraging AI, machine learning, and experimentation to enhance digital experiences- Digital Transformation & Product Innovation: Proven ability to translate complex challenges into scalable, user-friendly solutions.While my core strengths are in product strategy, UX, and lifecycle management, I am continuously expanding my skill set, including learning SQL, A/B testing frameworks, and advanced analytics to refine my product decision-making.If you\'re looking for a product leader who thrives on solving complex challenges, optimizing customer experiences, and driving measurable business results, let’s connect!

Experience

1. Services Portfolio Manager

   NetApp

   Jun 2020 — Present

   Driving product strategy, service innovation, and strategic partnerships to enhance NetApp’s professional services cloud solutions and enterprise software portfolio. Focused on data-driven decision-making, customer experience optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to maximize business impact.Key Achievements & Impact- Led end-to-end product lifecycle management for cloud-based solutions, aligning business goals with product development- Increased public cloud software portfolio revenue by 18% in 2 years through strategic cloud alliances and feature optimization- Revamped migration software selection tools, reducing consultants\' level of effort by 15% within six months and improving adoption- Developed business cases and strategic roadmaps for third-party tool integrations, strengthening partnerships and delivery efficiency- Implemented standardized operational processes, leading to 30% improvement in team efficiency and 25% faster project turnaround- Championed customer experience (CX) improvements, utilizing A/B testing, journey mapping, and UX research to enhance service adoption- Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, UX, and product marketing teams to refine roadmap execution and feature prioritization.

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Certificate - Post Graduate, Marketing

• Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electronic Systems Technologies

• North Carolina State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Innovation Management

Skills

• Technical Leadership
• Project Management
• Military Aviation
• Quality Assurance Review
• Pubic Speaking
• Leadership Development
• Team Leadership
• Dod
• Technical Writing
• Employee Training
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Military
• Quality Assurance Processes
• Security Clearance
• Project Administration
• Cross-Team Collaboration
• Strategic Design
• Regulatory Compliance
• Professionalism
• Customer Service
• Aviation
• Training
• Testing
• Safety Compliance
• Quality Assurance Professionals
• Schedule Coordination
• Maintenance
• Technical Maintenance
• Executive Management
• Strategic Vision
• Operational Planning
• Safety Administration
• Team Management
• Defense
• Interpersonal Relations
• Project Implementation
• Mentorship
• Military Leadership
• Aviation Electronics