Tope Ukaegbu
About Tope Ukaegbu
Tope Ukaegbu is a Group Product Manager at CIBC and Founder/Product Lead at migranium, with extensive experience in product management, IT project management, and operations across various industries.
Current Role at CIBC
Tope Ukaegbu currently holds the position of Group Product Manager at CIBC, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This role, which he has held since 2023, is conducted in a hybrid work environment. His responsibilities entail overseeing product management operations, contributing to the digital transformation initiatives at CIBC, and aligning product strategies with organizational goals.
Founder and Product Lead at Migranium
In 2022, Tope Ukaegbu founded Migranium and has been serving as the Product Lead. This remote position allows him to leverage his experience in product management, UI/UX design, and analytics to drive the company's product development. By using agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Github, and Trello, Tope ensures efficient and effective product delivery.
Previous Experience in IT and Project Management
Tope Ukaegbu's career includes significant roles in IT and project management. From 2022 to 2023, he was an IT Project Manager for Digital & Cards Technology at CIBC, overseeing technology projects aimed at enhancing digital and card services. His work at Procter & Gamble in 2022 as an SNO Manager, albeit brief, added to his diverse industry experience.
Product Management and Operations at Shell
Tope Ukaegbu spent several years at Shell, holding key positions in product management and operations. From 2018 to 2021, he was a Product Manager, and from 2013 to 2018, he worked in Operations. His time at Shell honed his skills in managing complex projects, streamlining operational processes, and leading cross-functional teams.
Educational Background
Tope Ukaegbu has a solid academic foundation with an MBA from Ivey Business School at Western University, an MSc in Well Design and Engineering from Robert Gordon University, and a B.Eng in Electrical/Electronics Engineering from the Federal University of Technology Owerri, Nigeria. In addition, he holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, underscoring his expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency.