Product Manager E-Commerce

Simon A. Horwith Technology Executive

& Strategic IT Consultant

Brooklyn, NY 11215 917-***-**** *****@*******.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-horwith/

Executive Summary

A results-oriented and visionary Technology Executive with over two decades of experience spearheading transformative IT initiatives and driving business growth across diverse industries, including non-profit, finance, e-commerce, healthcare, and government sectors. Proven expertise in strategic planning, system architecture, cloud migration, data ecosystem modernization, and leading high-performance, globally distributed teams. Adept at navigating complex regulatory landscapes (FDA, ISO), managing multi-million dollar budgets, and fostering innovation to deliver mission-critical solutions. A collaborative leader with a relentless work ethic, committed to leveraging technology as a strategic asset to solve complex challenges and achieve organizational objectives. Seeking to partner with organizations to provide executive leadership, strategic technology consulting, and hands-on project execution. Core Competencies & Service Offerings

My consulting practice is built on a foundation of executive leadership and deep technical expertise, offering a comprehensive suite of services:

● Strategic Technology Leadership (Interim or Fractional CTO/CIO):

Developing and executing technology roadmaps aligned with business goals.

Overseeing enterprise-wide technology operations, infrastructure, and security

Driving innovation and digital transformation initiatives

● System & Solution Architecture:

Designing and implementing scalable and resilient cloud-based data lakes, data meshes, and platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Architecting mission-critical applications, including financial transaction systems, EHR/client management systems, mobile applications, and e-commerce platforms

Expertise in microservices, API development, and event-driven architectures

● Data Modernization & AI/ML Strategy:

Leading migrations from legacy data warehouses to modern cloud data ecosystems

Developing and implementing AI/ML strategies for forecasting, personalization, and operational efficiency

Expertise in data governance, analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Posit Cloud/R Studio, etc), and business intelligence

● DevOps & Agile Transformation:

Implementing GitOps/DevOps standards and frameworks using Kubernetes, Docker, Github/GitFlow, Prefect, DBT, and Terraform

Championing agile methodologies for rapid development and continuous improvement

● Team Leadership & Global Operations:

Building, mentoring, and managing high-performing, geographically dispersed engineering teams (onshore and offshore)

Establishing and managing overseas development offices

● Regulatory Compliance & Quality Management:

Developing and implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS) for regulated environments

Successfully navigating FDA approval and ISO 13485 certification for Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)

● Project & Program Management:

Managing complex, multi-million dollar projects from inception to completion

Standardizing project management methodologies (e.g., Agile/SCRUM) and tools

(eg., Jira, Wrike), across large organizations

Expert contract management and negotiation

Signature Engagements & Accomplishments

The following case studies exemplify my ability to deliver impactful technology solutions and drive significant business outcomes:

Case Study 1: Data Ecosystem & AI Transformation (Non-Profit Advocacy)

● Organization: Working America (AFL-CIO) - Political organizing arm with 4M+ members

● Role: Chief Technology Officer

● Challenge: Modernize a legacy data infrastructure to enhance data-driven insights for election outcomes and policy advocacy, and to improve field operations

● Solution & Impact:

Architected and led the migration from a legacy data warehouse to a cutting-edge, cloud-based data mesh, significantly improving data governance, accessibility, scalability, and analytical capabilities

Designed and oversaw the development of a new field canvassing mobile application and administrative backend, streamlining field operations and data collection

Implemented robust git-ops/dev-ops standards using Event Queues, Kubernetes, Docker, Github/GitFlow, Prefect, DBT, and Terraform, fostering a culture of continuous integration and deployment

Defined and initiated an AI/ML strategy for strategic initiatives, including turf walkability analysis, campaign/election forecasting, and digital campaign personalization, leading to more targeted and effective outreach

Migrated organizational analytics to Posit Cloud (R Studio), empowering data scientists and analysts

Case Study 2: Crisis Response & Systems Modernization (Non-Profit Social Services)

● Organization: Fortune Society - Largest NYC non-profit for criminal justice-impacted individuals (10,000 clients/year)

● Role: Chief Technology Officer

● Challenge: Rapidly adapt service delivery models during the COVID-19 pandemic, modernize critical client management systems, and support agency expansion

● Solution & Impact:

Successfully pivoted onsite staff and services to online delivery models during the pandemic, ensuring continuity of care for vulnerable populations

Led the migration to new EHR and client management systems, improving data integrity and operational efficiency

Deployed VDI infrastructure to support secure remote work for staff

Founded a Digital Equity Services Program, providing crucial technology access and training to clients

Managed technology planning and execution for the opening of four new physical locations

Case Study 3: SaMD Development & Regulatory Success (Pharmaceutical)

● Organization: E-commerce and Healthcare Startups

● Role: Interim Chief Technology Officer (Contract)

● Challenge: Lead all technical aspects for startups, including product development, team building, and navigating the complex regulatory landscape for Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)

● Solution & Impact:

Built and managed engineering, UX, and infrastructure teams

Successfully developed a Quality Management System (QMS) from scratch, leading to FDA approval and ISO 13485 Certification for SaMD

Optimized code and leveraged cloud services and containerization to support scaling to 1 million simultaneous users for superbowl ad promotion Case Study 4: Enterprise Martech & Digital Delivery Leadership

● Organization: Harte Hanks - Publicly traded Marketing Technology (Martech) company

● Role: Head of Digital Delivery

● Challenge: Provide strategic vision for Martech tools and practices, manage a large global delivery team, and drive major client acquisitions

● Solution & Impact:

Managed a team of 200+ (including large offshore teams), overseeing project delivery and client relationships

Instrumental in winning a $10+ million digital marketing contract with a Fortune 50 retail client by effectively representing the company's software development and digital delivery capabilities

Integrated an AI-driven data workflow engine into product offerings, enhancing service value

Led the successful deployment of Wrike to 1,500+ users across the organization, standardizing project management tooling and practices Case Study 5: High-Transaction Financial & Media Platforms

● Organizations: Bloomberg, HBO, The Federal Reserve Bank, Under Armour

● Role: Technical Director / UI Architect / Interim CTO

● Challenge: Architect and lead the development of highly scalable, secure, and performant platforms for major financial institutions and media companies.

● Solution & Impact:

Architected a KYC (Know Your Customer) Financial Software Platform for Bloomberg, which processed over $1 billion in transactions per day

Architected a new digital content delivery platform and data governance model for HBO, unifying their digital real estate and enhancing their media distribution capabilities

Served as UI Architect for a mission-critical web application at The Federal Reserve Bank that processed billions of dollars in daily transactions

Led the technical development of a custom content management and e-commerce application for Under Armour

Developed an innovative Augmented Reality and Geo-fencing iOS application for COACH retail, enhancing in-store customer experiences Earlier Career Highlights (Foundational Leadership & Technical Excellence)

● Chief Technology Officer, Nylon Technology: Managed all SDLC aspects, built and led engineering teams, defined IT policies, and drove business development. Key projects included architecting a CMS for a large international association and developing facial recognition software that integrated into the online store of a national retailer

● Chief Information Officer, AboutWeb: Managed SDLC for federal government clients

(NRC, NIH, DHS, SSA, NIST). Provided software architecture leadership, founded a training department, mentored developers, and secured $4 million in federal contracts. Key projects included serving as SOA subject matter expert on a $4 billion HHS contract, a custom e-commerce platform, and mission-critical big data processing for the SSA

Education & Certifications

● Specialized AS: Computer Science / Business - PACE Institute, Reading, PA Volunteer Activities

● US Coast Guard Auxiliary Member, Governor's Island Flotilla

● Boat Restoration Crew - South Seaport Museum, New York

● Certified Sailing Instructor - Manhattan Yacht Club

● US Coast Guard licensed Captain

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