Heather Samarin
Co-founder & Principal @Product Rebels
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WORK HISTORY
Co-founder & Principal @Product Rebels
San Diego, CA, US
Product management and customer experience consulting and training business. Experienced team of 10 executive level product management leader trainers. Key initiatives and accomplishments: Co-developed \"Groundwork\" training program based on our previously published book \"Groundwork: Get better at making better products,\" and trained cross-functional teams of global clients on product experience innovation and delivery for scalable growth and customer delight- Global clients include: GoDaddy, Fortune 50 Fintech company, Hello Fresh, Standard Bank, Momentive (SurveyMonkey,) BlackLine, PADI, CD Baby, Sharp Healthcare, Prima Insurance, Next Gear Solutions, and IHS Markit. Provided strategic advice to executive teams of multiple companies to propel growth through strategic products and scaled teams- Consulting clients include: Sharp Healthcare, Cetera, and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
EDUCATION
Harvard Business School
Clayton Christensen: New Market Growth Innovation Workshop
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Creating Value through Strategic Acquisitions & Alliances
Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business
MBA, Marketing
California State University-Long Beach - College of Business
BS, Finance
SKILLS
ABOUT HEATHER SAMARIN
THE VALUE I BRING More than 20 years of continuous progression and achievement as a business executive, angel investor, and serial entrepreneur in the tech industry, including healthtech, fintech, and SaaS-based offerings. Success in defining product strategies and business models that drive growth in start-ups, mid-stage, and public companies, building talented teams, and standing up for the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs. MY LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHYI see the world and every business situation as a wealth of opportunities to start over, fix problems creatively, learn new skills, visit exciting places, and meet interesting people. This is the foundation of my inclusive leadership style, open mind, and resourcefulness, and allows me to solve operational, product, and business problems in unconventional ways. I challenge the status quo, build consensus from diverse stakeholders, and deliver targeted solutions and impactful growth.Whether I am working with cross-functional teams to build and launch new products, introducing new business models to disrupt the market, or providing corporate strategic advice to the board and C-Suite, I listen to all perspectives, facilitate cohesive action, and make everyone feel like owners of our wins. A FEW CAREER HIGHLIGHTS Broad leadership experience around product, business, and finance management and track record of adding value to companies looking to scale, expand, improve, or establish new growth-oriented tech strategies or business models. Founded, co-founded, and raised capital for start-ups and positioned companies for series A/B funding or acquisition through launching of innovative technology products. Experienced with healthcare payment systems, EHRs, and alternative health care business models. Launched, grew, or managed existing business units at public companies of up to $300M revenue. Co-authored and published \"Groundwork: Get better at making better products,\" which has received great reviews on Amazon.com. Worked with global enterprise clients across industries and teach product management best practices, facilitating the customer delightful, competitive advantage, and growth. WHAT\'S NEXT AND MY CONTACT INFORMATIONI am now looking for a board role with an early to mid-stage company, pre-IPO, high-growth VC, or PE-backed company. I am also interested in supporting public companies in transforming technology or business model to bolster top- and bottom-line growth.I invite you to network with me here or email me at: h•••••••@gmail.com
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