Tobechukwu Udeogu

Senior Product Manager • Web3 Builder • Growth Strategist

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About

Highly accomplished Senior Product Manager with over 6 years of experience across Web2 and web3 protocols, DeFi, and traditional tech ecosystems. Proven leader in building and launching successful MVPs, scaling user adoption through strategic DAO partnerships, and driving significant platform growth in B2B/B2C SaaS, E-commerce and logistics. Expertly bridges business strategy with technical product execution, leveraging data-driven insights, agile methodologies, and growth-focused metrics to deliver measurable results and foster innovation.

Work Experience

Lead Product Manager

PayOnDelivery

Sep 2023 - Present

Led product development for an escrow-based e-commerce platform, driving user engagement and managing cross-functional agile teams to deliver key features.

  • Architected and successfully launched an escrow-based e-commerce platform, enabling seamless payments.
  • Increased user engagement by 18% through data-driven UX optimization and strategic feature prioritization.
  • Led cross-functional agile teams, streamlining sprint planning and QA processes to ensure successful product delivery cycles.
  • Implemented a comprehensive analytics framework, effectively tracking user behavior and conversion metrics to inform product strategy.
  • Cordinated partnerships with logistics companies like Gokada and Fez for seamless last mine delivery for both sellers and buyers through API integration

Business Development Manager

SHOPPR (Freelance)

Jul 2023 - Jul 2024

Spearheaded business development efforts that brought in 20m Niara in revenue by securing strategic partnerships with MEDPLUS as their logistics last mile delivery partner and negotiating high-value deals to drive market expansion.

Product /Project Manager

The Bulb Africa

May 2021 - Mar 2023

Remote

Oversaw the product lifecycle for a SaaS platform, achieving significant user acquisition and driving substantial revenue growth through strategic initiatives.

  • Successfully launched the "PACE" SaaS platform, acquiring over 10,000 active users within 2 months of release.
  • Reduced user onboarding time by 40% through streamlined UX design and automated workflows, enhancing user experience.
  • Drove 20% revenue growth by cultivating strategic B2B partnerships and executing channel expansion initiatives.
  • Established robust product analytics infrastructure and KPI tracking systems, enabling data-driven decision-making.

Product Manager

SlateCube

Mar 2020 - Apr 2021

Remote

Managed enterprise talent platform, driving user growth and building high-performing team.

  • • Led product development lifecycle, boosting registered users by 30% in three months
  • • Managed enterprise talent platform, driving user growth and building high-performing teams
  • • Oversaw creation of enterprise training modules, helping 500+ users achieve successful outcomes
  • • Achieved 90% client retention rate through strategic project management and customer focus

Associate product Manager

Hightable Africa | full time

Jan 2019 - Feb 2020

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

An innovative hospitality solution that brings restaurants and lifestyles personally to our target audience. Make reservations, place orders, leave reviews that restaurants will actually see while at the same time enjoying the different features we have to offer.

Co-Founder/Chief Operating Officer

Biograde Technologies | Self-Employed

Mar 2015 - Sep 2019

Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria

Biograde Technologies is a startup that focused on converting biodegradable waste to biogas and bio-fertilizers.

  • Raised $25000 in seed funding through successful pitching and networking for grants, which allowed the company to begin operations and develop its initial products.
  • Oversaw the development of the company's product roadmap, resulting in the successful launch of a pilot project in partnership with a large waste management company.
  • Implemented project management best practices, resulting in a 25% reduction in the project timeline and a 10% increase in project profitability.
  • Managed several consultancy projects for clients in the agriculture and waste management industries, resulting in an average customer satisfaction score of 9 out of 10 and $10,000 in additional revenue for the company.

Education

Economics

Imo State University

Sep 2014 - Oct 2018

Owerri, Imo, Nigeria

Certificates

Technical Product Manager

linkedln Learning

Oct 2022

Mckinsey Forward Program

Mckinsey and Company

Sep 2022

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Coursera

Mar 2022

Product Analytics Certification (PAC)

Product School

Aug 2021

Y Combinator Startup School

Y Combinator

Nov 2020

Projects

Honey and Banana

Freelance

Honey & Banana website is your go-to platform when you need answers or help for your pregnancy prevention questions or needs. We support you on your pregnancy prevention journey so that you can enjoy an exciting and peaceful life, free from the fear of an unplanned pregnancy.

CollateralGuard Protocol

Led product development for an AI-powered MVP in decentralized lending and borrowing, utilizing native cryptocurrency assets.

My Oga Mechanic

Freelance

I spear-headed a vibrant team to build this Professional automotive services delivered with excellence. From mobile repairs to document processing, we've got all your vehicle needs covered. We provide comprehensive automotive solutions to keep your vehicle running smoothly and your documents up to date.

Buntu PAY

Freelance

Buntu Pay allows you to securely pay with BuntuPay using your phone or wearable device. Send money, make payments, and stay connected even when offline.

Wagmi DAO

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

Founded and scaled a WhatsApp-based Web3 community, fostering partnerships and driving user acquisition for partner protocols.

Crypto Investment Syndicate

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

Co-founded and managed an investment syndicate, participating in strategic funding rounds and conducting due diligence for emerging Web3 projects.

Skills

Web3 & Blockchain

  • DeFi Protocols
  • DAO Governance
  • Smart Contracts
  • Tokenomics
  • L1/L2 Networks
  • Web3 UX

Analytics & Tools

  • Mixpanel
  • Dune Analytics
  • Figma
  • Jira
  • Notion
  • GitHub

Technical

  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • HTML/CSS
  • SQL
  • API Integration

Project Management

  • Project Planning, Project Execution, Gantt chart, stakeholder management, Risk management

Product Management

  • Agile/Scrum
  • Roadmapping
  • OKRs
  • A/B Testing
  • User Research
  • MVP Development