Bobby J aka "BLU"

Hello, thanks for taking the time to visit my portfolio site.

To tell you a bit about myself... I'm an experienced Senior Product Manager on a mission to leverage my problem-solving skills, solution-oriented mindset, and creative innovation to make a significant impact in the world.

Originally from Toledo, Ohio, I bring a grounded, industrious Midwest ethos to my work. For the past five years, I've been living in the Bay Area, California — the pulsating heart of innovation and technology. This environment has been a fertile ground for both my professional growth and personal development.

With over a decade of experience in product development and business management, spanning consumer startups to the B2B sector, I am deeply passionate about innovation and guiding teams through every phase of the product life cycle. My expertise lies in business analysis, requirements development, systems integration, user testing, and implementation. I excel in fostering collaboration among diverse teams — engineering, UX/UI, operations, marketing, and data science — crafting cohesive, innovative product solutions that stand out in the market.

Beyond my professional endeavors, my life is rich with family and community. I'm a dedicated father to three beautiful children, imparting lessons in creativity, business, and spirituality. Alongside my wife Abi, I serve as a campus pastor at VIVE Oakland, a dynamic church that is a melting pot of young professionals and families in the Bay Area. Our involvement here is both a privilege and a source of great fulfillment.

All-in-all, I am an innovation enthusiast, product entrepreneur, artist, and a versatile 'jack of all trades.' My career is a reflection of my dedication to excellence, creativity, and leadership, not just in my professional sphere but in my personal life and community as well.

I look forward to connecting and exploring how we can collaborate to create groundbreaking products that redefine norms and exceed expectations.

~ Bobby



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