Ryan Widmier
About Ryan Widmier
Ryan Widmier is a Product Manager with extensive experience in product ownership and strategic marketing. He currently leads product owners at Encoura, overseeing the integration of various digital products and managing project development.
Current Role as Product Manager
Ryan Widmier currently serves as a Product Manager at Encoura, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads product owners within his product line, ensuring alignment and effective collaboration across teams. He is responsible for overseeing the integration of ecommerce, digital marketing, data science, and research SaaS products within a B2B product line. His duties include creating roadmaps, documenting high-level requirements for product development, and planning user acceptance testing and go-to-market strategies.
Previous Experience at Encoura
Prior to his current role, Ryan Widmier worked at Encoura as a Director Product Owner from 2018 to 2021 and as a Product Owner from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure, he focused on product development and management, contributing to the strategic direction of the company's offerings. His experience at Encoura has equipped him with a deep understanding of the educational technology landscape.
Career at Yodle
Ryan Widmier spent several years at Yodle, where he held multiple positions including Senior Strategic Marketing Analyst, Associate Account SEO Analyst, and Account SEO Analyst from 2011 to 2016. His roles involved analyzing marketing strategies and optimizing SEO efforts, which contributed to the company's growth in the digital marketing sector. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in strategic marketing and analytics.
Educational Background
Ryan Widmier earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Texas A&M University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His education provided him with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for his career in product management and marketing analytics. The experience at Texas A&M University has influenced his approach to problem-solving and collaboration in his professional roles.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his professional roles, Ryan Widmier utilizes a variety of technical tools to manage projects effectively. He is proficient in JIRA, Confluence, and Salesforce CRM, which he employs to oversee product development and team collaboration. His technical skills enable him to streamline processes and enhance communication within his teams.