David R.

Case Study 1 (current):

Client name: US-based federal contracting SaaS development firm

Short description of work:

• Co-leading the development of an innovative platform for sourcing, tracking, and managing federal construction contracts. The platform enables contractors to network, generate and manage documentation using AI, and address talent needs via a self-service job board.
• Guiding the development of key modules and features from design to implementation to QA.
• Advised on a critical structural change to optimize the way projects are managed and ensure seamless integration of all system modules.

Case Study 2 (2023-2024):

Client name: Indigenous Friends Association (IFA)

Short description of work:

• Led the development of an innovative learning and development platform designed to empower Indigenous individuals, communities, and partners  (as a Fractional Product Manager). This platform serves as a dynamic hub for accessing and sharing educational resources, fostering mentor-mentee connections, engaging community members, and exploring career pathways. By leveraging the accessibility and reach of popular social messaging apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, the platform ensures that education is easily accessible, even for learners in remote areas with limited internet connectivity.

Result: In August 2024, the solution advanced to the Finalist round of MIT’s Solve Global Challenges.

Case Study 3 (2021-2022):

Client name: CEMEX

Short description of work:

• Conducted a thorough  current state assessment and gap analysis of the entire IT environment, supporting the development of  a comprehensive Transformation & Sourcing Strategy that included an IT operating model, multi-vendor sourcing approach, service management, and the integration of new tools and platforms.
• Managed the end-to-end RFP process and vendor selection for global IT, HR, Network, Security, and Finance & Accounting services.
• Ensured a smooth transition of services from the incumbent service provider to the new service providers across all IT towers.
• Advised and implemented new processes and tools to address critical challenges and optimize operations.
• Supported the deployment of ServiceNow for Global HR Services.

Result: This engagement became a gold standard for transformation and strategic sourcing projects. Over US$ 400Mn in potential savings for Client within a 5 year period.

Case Study 4 (2020):

Client name: JAMPRO

Short description of work:

• Contributed to the initial product strategy and planning phase of a new Career Pathway Framework (CPF) platform for Jamaica’s Global Services Sector. Played a pivotal role in defining platform governance, as well as shaping core features, design, and functionalities to ensure the solution aligned with sector needs and strategic goals.

Result: A clear strategy and approach to develop and implement the CPF platform.

Case Study 5 (2020):

Client name: Avasant LLC

Short description of work:

• Provided product strategy and implementation support for the development of a proprietary platform designed as a comprehensive investment portal for the Global Services industry. This included creating and integrating a new framework and tool to assess the digital competitiveness of 80+ countries. Additionally, I introduced innovative design features and core functionalities to enhance user experience and optimize platform performance.

Result: Enhanced features and functionalities. Successful MVP launch.

Education & Professional Development

• Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), American Society for Quality (ASQ), 2015
• BA, Bachelor of Arts, Business Management, University of Sunderland, 2015

Notable Career History

• Interim Head of Strategy & Canada Lead, Mobcoder Inc., 2024-present
• Founder & CEO, Pronovean Inc., 2021-present
• Management Consultant, Avasant, 2016-2022