Franz Bdoyan
About Franz Bdoyan
Franz Bdoyan is the Director of Product Management at Mighty Buildings, where he leads R&D and product strategy focused on innovative housing solutions. He has extensive experience in product management across various companies, including Amazon and Convoy Inc, and holds degrees in Computer Science and an MBA.
Current Role at Mighty Buildings
Franz Bdoyan serves as the Director of Product Management at Mighty Buildings, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads the R&D and product roadmap, focusing on innovative solutions to address housing and climate challenges through advanced material science and 3D printing technology. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Seattle, Washington, and reports directly to the co-founder and CIO/CTO, contributing to strategic decisions in product development.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Franz Bdoyan has significant experience at Amazon, where he worked in various roles as a Senior Product Manager. His tenure included positions from 2018 to 2019 and from 2019 to 2020, totaling approximately 1.5 years. He focused on private brands and technical product management during his time in Seattle, Washington. His experience at Amazon provided him with a strong foundation in product management and strategy.
Education and Expertise
Franz Bdoyan holds a Bachelor and Master of Science in Computer Science in Economics from Saint Petersburg State University, where he studied from 2001 to 2006. He also earned an MBA in Strategy and Entrepreneurship from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business between 2016 and 2018. His educational background equips him with a solid understanding of both technical and business aspects of product management.
Career Background and Other Roles
Franz Bdoyan has held various positions across different organizations. He worked at Convoy Inc as a Senior Product Manager from 2021 to 2022 and at PwC as a Senior Manager in Technology, Processes, and Risks from 2006 to 2016. He also served as an Independent Board Member at Metadynea LLC in Russia and as an Associate at McKinsey & Company for a brief period in 2017. His diverse career spans multiple industries and roles, enhancing his product management capabilities.
Achievements and Contributions
Franz Bdoyan has made notable contributions outside of his primary roles. He co-founded a personalized ads startup and led its product growth for 2.5 years. He also authored Instagram comedy comics, gaining a significant following in a short time. Additionally, he has international experience as a jazz vocalist, with an album available on major music platforms. His involvement in community activities includes leading a youth community of over 1,000 members and organizing more than 50 cultural events.