About Me

Hi! I'm Pete Ratkevich, a Software Product Manager based in Portland, Oregon, with over 15 years of experience in the technology industry.

My extensive experience in application development, Agile methodologies, product lifecycle management, and cloud infrastructure has enabled me to successfully lead the development and deployment of many digital products.

Professional Highlights:

• Product Manager, Nike
  Currently shaping how Nike uses AI to make smarter, data-driven decisions and streamline operations. Previously, I overhauled Nike’s internal photo studio workflow, delivering an app that drastically sped up how we create and distribute assets for global marketing.
• Senior Product Manager, Pearson
  Spearheaded the creation of powerful content authoring tools that sit at the heart of Pearson's major education technology platforms.
• Web Development Manager, Pearson
  Guided and mentored a talented team of developers to successfully build and launch over 100 interactive e-learning courses for higher education.
• Marketing Director, NAB
  Crafted and executed the core communication strategies that powered the world's largest electronic media convention.

Certifications:

• Certified Product Management Professional, Aha!
• Certified SAFe Product Owner / Product Manager, Scaled Agile Inc.
• Certified ScrumMaster, Scrum Alliance

Education:

• The George Washington University: BA, Major in Philosophy, Minor in English
• Gnomon School of Visual Effects: Certificate Program Graduate, 3D Animation

I'm passionate about combining the timeless wisdom of philosophy with modern product management techniques. By integrating philosophical concepts into my approach, I aim to create products that not only meet market demands but also resonate on a deeper, more meaningful level.

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