Charles Fricker
About Charles Fricker
Charles Fricker is a Product Manager/Product Owner at Navistar Inc, specializing in user story development and agile methodologies. He has a diverse background in product management and public speaking, with previous roles at companies such as Rocket Mortgage and Amrock.
Work at Navistar
Charles Fricker has been employed at Navistar Inc as a Product Manager/Product Owner since 2024. In this role, he focuses on managing product development and ensuring that user needs are met through effective project management practices. His responsibilities include overseeing product lifecycles and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Navistar, Charles Fricker worked as a Senior Product Owner at Rocket Mortgage from 2019 to 2023. In this position, he led the development and improvement of innovative products, contributing to the company's growth. He also served as a Business Analyst, Scrum Master, and Product Owner at Amrock from 2015 to 2018, where he gained extensive experience in agile methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Charles Fricker earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems from Grand Valley State University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He is certified as a SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager and a SAFe® Scrum Master, demonstrating his expertise in agile practices. His specialization in user story development and mapping supports effective project management.
Background in Public Speaking and Comedy
Charles Fricker has a strong background in stand-up comedy and public speaking, which enhances his communication skills. This experience allows him to engage and captivate audiences effectively, a valuable asset in his roles in product management and team collaboration.
Early Career and Internships
Charles began his career with various roles that laid the foundation for his expertise. He worked as an IT Helpdesk Level 1 at Grand Valley State University in 2013 and completed a web development internship at BizStream in 2014. Additionally, he served as Project Lead at Paws With A Cause in 2015, contributing to project management and team leadership.