About Me

I'm a Product Manager with a strong foundation in Product Management, Digital Transformation, and Agile Software Development. With an MBA in Marketing and Operations from IBS Hyderabad and certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Product Management from Product School, and CSPO, I specialize in crafting impactful strategies and delivering measurable outcomes.

My leadership is rooted in a deep understanding of market dynamics and consumer needs, driving effective product innovation and management. From serving 100M+ users to launching India's first News Android Auto app, I've consistently transformed roadblocks into roadmaps that deliver real business value.

I'm passionate about collaborating with diverse teams and pushing the boundaries of product development. Whether it's integrating Generative AI, optimizing app performance to 99.9% crash-free operation, or boosting revenue by 90%, I thrive in fast-paced environments where innovation meets impact. I excel at creating value, fostering growth, and shaping the future of product management.

5+

Years Experience

100M+

Users Served

15+

Products Launched

99.9%

Crash-Free Rate

Professional Experience

Consultant - Product

Deloitte USI

Working on solving the roadblocks to the roadmaps

  • Worked on the Mounjaro Drug's B2B Rebate portal for Eli Lilly Co.

Product Manager

Network 18 (News18.com)

Led AI-driven digital transformation initiatives to optimize content delivery and enhance user personalization across one of India's largest news platforms.

  • Integrated Generative AI to optimize content delivery and enhance personalization
  • Defined product goals and developed scalable product roadmap aligned with business strategies
  • Collaborated across teams to implement features improving performance and engagement
  • Analyzed user behavior, acquisition, and retention data to identify growth opportunities
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business priorities

Product Manager

ABP Network (ABPLive.com)

Spearheaded the transformation of ABP's digital ecosystem, managing multilingual mobile and smart TV applications serving 100M+ readers while pioneering innovative features in the news media space.

  • Managed multilingual mobile and smart TV app development for ABP, serving 100M+ readers
  • Transformed apps from text-focused to OTT-centric, increasing session duration to 34 minutes
  • Led smart TV app design, development, and go-to-market strategy for LG, MI, OnePlus, Firestick, Jio, and Play Store, targeting 10M+ new users
  • Developed subscription-based model for premium content across platforms
  • Launched India's first News Android Auto app, capturing market of 200M+ users
  • Generated new revenue through strategic ad placements, boosting revenue by 90%
  • Integrated notification partners to increase reopen rates by 50%
  • Optimized app rankings, achieving #3 in top free news and magazine apps on Play and App Store
  • Enhanced app ecosystem performance, achieving 99.9% crash-free operation with 300K concurrency
  • Orchestrated collaboration across technical, marketing, legal, editorial, SEO, and digital teams
  • Conducted insightful market research to drive user-centric product strategies
  • Implemented agile methodologies to streamline development cycles and enhance feature releases

Associate Product Manager

Pathfinder Group (Careers360.com)

Managed high-demand educational products, coordinating with multiple stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions based on extensive market research and feedback.

  • Managed high-demand products based on extensive user feedback, ensuring optimal performance
  • Efficiently managed resources and timelines for 20+ sprint cycles per year
  • Coordinated with 5+ stakeholders for seamless product delivery
  • Conducted comprehensive market research, surveying 500+ users annually to update products
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to prioritize features and successfully launched 15 updated products, enhancing user satisfaction and improving market competitiveness

Skills & Expertise

Product Management

Product Strategy Jira User Research Agile Product Roadmap Six Sigma Market Research A/B Testing

Analytics & Data

Google Analytics SPSS Microsoft Power BI ASO Selenium Data Analysis

Technical Skills

HTML CSS JavaScript C++ MS Office

Design & UX

Figma Adobe XD Axure Photoshop UI/UX Design

Domain Expertise

Generative AI OTT Platforms Mobile Apps Smart TV Apps Digital Media EdTech

Soft Skills

Cross-functional Leadership Stakeholder Management Strategic Planning Team Collaboration Problem Solving

Key Achievements

India's First News Android Auto App

Pioneered the launch of India's first News Android Auto application, capturing a market of 200 million+ potential users and establishing ABP as an innovation leader.

AI Integration Pioneer

Successfully integrated Generative AI into digital products, showcasing expertise in cutting-edge technologies and improving customer satisfaction across multiple platforms.

90% Revenue Growth

Generated significant new revenue streams through strategic ad placements and optimization, boosting revenue by 90% while maintaining superior user experience.

#3 App Store Ranking

Optimized app performance and user experience to achieve #3 ranking in top free news and magazine apps on both Play Store and App Store.

Multi-Platform Smart TV Launch

Led the design, development, and go-to-market strategy for smart TV apps across LG, MI, OnePlus, Firestick, and Jio, targeting 10M+ new users.

99.9% Crash-Free Operation

Enhanced app ecosystem performance to achieve 99.9% crash-free operation while handling 300K concurrent users, ensuring world-class reliability.

Education & Certifications

MBA (Marketing & Operations)

IBS Hyderabad

Specialized in Marketing and Operations, focusing on market analysis, user-centric product design, and strategic planning.

B.Tech (CS)

ManavRachna International University, Haryana

Foundation in computer science fundamentals, programming, and software development methodologies.

Product School Certifications

Certified

Product RoadMapping & Product Strategy

Advanced certifications in product roadmapping techniques and strategic product planning from Product School.

Lean Six Sigma

Yellow Belt

Process Improvement Certification

Certified in Lean Six Sigma methodologies for process optimization and quality management.

CSPO

Product Owner

SCRUM ALLIANCE®

Certified Scrum Product Owner, completed the prescribed requirements by SCRUM ALLIANCE®

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, innovative product ideas, or potential collaborations. Whether you're looking for a product leader or want to explore AI-driven solutions, let's talk!

Email

lakshit.lv@gmail.com

Phone

+91-9999-87-9990

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/lakshit234