Hi! I’m
Erman Yaman,
a
Product Management Consultant
based in
Austin, TX
Work in progress
EXPERTISE
Product Strategy
Develop a clear and effective product strategy that aligns with your vision, goals, and target audience, enabling your team to work towards achieving measurable business outcomes
Product Operations
Establish a software development process that improves velocity, reliability, and ability to respond to change, leading to greater cost-effectiveness
UX Design
Gain a deep understanding of your target audience’s needs and pain points to optimize your product for improved customer satisfaction, retention, and revenue growth
ERMAN YAMAN
I am a seasoned product management consultant with extensive experience in leading product development teams and delivering successful digital products across various countries. With a Master of Advanced Management degree from Yale School of Management and an MBA from Koc University, I equipped myself with a solid academic background in digital strategy, data analytics, and management of software development.
As a product leader, I am driven by a passion for discovering unmet needs and developing innovative products that delight users. With extensive experience in both enterprise and consumer software, I have a proven track record of guiding startups and corporations towards achieving their business goals through effective product management.
ACHIEVEMENTS
103%
Pageview
Growth
in 7 months | Jan ’23 – Jun ’22
Client
A Multi-national Telecommunications Conglomerate*
10+ companies
Work
Research, Strategy & Action Plan Report for
Corporate Website Renewal
Work Category
Product Strategy
1,270%
User
Growth
in 1 year | Feb ’20 – Feb ’19
from 89K to 1.2M users
Client
Storia, Inc.
Online Media Company
Work
Product Strategy & Operations Management as the
Head of Product
Work Category
Product Strategy & Operations, UX Design
73%
Throughput Growth
in 6 months | Mar ’23 – Oct ’22
Client
Frumatic Monaco
An International Boutique Sofware Development Company
Work
Product Strategy & Operations Management as the
Global Product Director
Work Category
Product Operations
*Unfortunately I cannot disclose the company name due to NDAs and the company's policy about references.
PROJECTS
Frumatic DMS
Jan ’22 – Present
Finland
Smart, ultra-flexible, and connected SaaS platform that streamlines auto dealership management.
My Role
Product Strategy
Project Roadmap
Product Operations
UX Design
A banking app for GenZ*
Apr ’22 – Aug ’22
UK
A banking app for GenZ that encourages positive money habits and rewards those who embrace them.
My Role
UX Design
UI Design & Prototype
Price Prediction & Market Insights Toolset
Feb ’22 – Mar ’22
Finland
An analytics toolkit that accurately estimates the market value of cars, finds car listed below market value, displays competitor inventory details
My Role
Data Analytics
Product Operations
Mental Wellbeing Platform*
Nov ’20 – Feb ’22
Finland
Mental well-being mobile and web apps with conversational assessments, knowledge base, and live chat features
My Role
Product Operations
UX Design
Donations App*
Jan ‘20 – Oct ’21
UK
An open banking app that rounds up spending to the nearest pound and automatically donates to the user’s preferred charities
My Role
Product Operations
Camping Platform
Feb ’22 – Mar ’22
France
A camping platform that allows camp-sites to manage their inventory and campers to book tents, caravans, and camping spaces effortlessly
My Role
UX Design
3D Cabinet Designer*
Aug ’20 – Dec ’21
Finland
A browser-based web and mobile 3d cabinet configurator that automatically detects part compatibility and sends orders to the factory
My Role
Product Operations
UX Design
HORECA Booking Platform*
Apr ’22 – Dec ’22
France
A suite of web and mobile apps that allow restaurants, cafes, and clubs to manage their bookings and customers to make reservations, pre-order menu items, and pay with ease
My Role
Product Operations
Beauty Services Platform
Feb ’22 – Mar ’22
France
A web platform that allows beauty services providers to manage their bookings, services, and availability per employee as well as update their websites and receive payments
My Role
Product Operations
KEY STRENGTHS
SELF-SUFFICIENT
Most people can tell what needs to be done, a few can also show how it’s done. From creating animated prototypes and atomic UI design to creating captivating promotional videos and even setting up end-to-end SSL encryption between an Apache server and CDN, I have the skill set to get most projects off the ground on my own. Learn more
FRUGAL
It’s easy to increase headcount, budget, or expenses yet they are not always easy to justify. I’ve learned to accomplish more with less, working for/with companies with limited resources or low risk tolerance when exploring new ideas, over the last 15 years. I can and prefer to utilize affordable out-of-the-box solutions, repurpose generic tools, and find alternative resources, especially before the idea is validated objectively. Learn more
ANALYTICAL
I have experience building predictive statistical models and designing logic diagrams to explain the technical functionality of complex systems. What I find most exciting about product management is the endeavor for uncovering valuable insights by analyzing data and designing systems that are robust and sophisticated under the hood, yet intuitive and easy to use for customers. Learn more
CHARACTER
Transparent
I strive to maintain open and honest communication with my teams, colleagues, and clients, transparently sharing both positive and negative aspects of a project or situation.
Realistic
I approach projects realistically, accounting for limitations and potential obstacles without overpromising. I try to demonstrate the most probable end result as early as possible.
Ambitious
I am driven by a desire to see my clients and project partners succeed and take pride in being a part of their journey towards achieving their goals. I want to be on the same winning team.
AVAILABILITY & COLLABORATION
NOW
I’m currently working full-time and exclusively with Frumatic, a Monaco-based international software development company, as an independent contractor with the title of Global Product Director.
Frumatic has been operating as a custom software development company for more than a decade. Its current focus is on becoming a digital solutions provider for the automotive industry, and we are excited to soon launch our SaaS platform for automotive retailers.
FUTURE
I’m eager to collaborate with and support individuals who are passionate about building awesome digital products. If you’d like to exchange ideas or explore collaboration opportunities, feel free to reach out to me via email or LinkedIn.
INSIGHTS
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Strategy: The art of not-choosing
Imagine yourself on a small boat with ten holes leaking water into the boat, but you only have enough material to cover seven of them. You’re five miles from the shore, and the key to reaching it lies in deciding which seven out of the ten holes to cover. This scenario perfectly encapsulates the essence…
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An Introductory Guide to UX Workshop Activities
User Experience (UX) workshops bring together designers, stakeholders, and users to collaborate on creating and refining exceptional digital products. By employing a variety of UX workshop activities, teams can generate ideas, identify pain points, and gather insights to drive product development. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into popular UX workshop activities, including mind/concept maps,…
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Key Characteristics of a Top-Notch Software Development Company
Drawing on my experience of working in and collaborating with software development companies for over a decade, I’d like to offer my insights on what to consider when seeking a software development services provider. If you lack an internal team and are looking to forge a partnership with another company, it’s essential to find a…