John Hayes
About John Hayes
John Hayes is a Product Lead at NewsWhip, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Master's Degree in Sustainability from University College Dublin and has previous experience as a Product Owner in Marketing Analytics at PADDYPOWER and as a Business Analyst at Smartsalary.
Work at NewsWhip
John Hayes has served as Product Lead at NewsWhip since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and strategy. His tenure at NewsWhip spans nine years, during which he has contributed to the company's growth and innovation in the media analytics sector. Based in Dublin, Hayes has played a key role in enhancing the product offerings to better serve clients in the fast-evolving digital landscape.
Education and Expertise
John Hayes holds a Master's Degree in Sustainability from University College Dublin, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Science from the same institution between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Project Management from the Communications & Management Institute in 2016. This educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both technical and management skills relevant to his roles in product development.
Previous Experience at PADDYPOWER
Before joining NewsWhip, John Hayes worked at PADDYPOWER as a Product Owner in Marketing Analytics for ten months in 2015. In this position, he focused on enhancing marketing strategies and product offerings through data analysis and user insights. His experience at PADDYPOWER contributed to his understanding of product management in a competitive market.
Career at Smartsalary
John Hayes began his career as a Business Analyst at Smartsalary, where he worked from 2009 to 2013 in Sydney, Australia. During his four years in this role, he was involved in analyzing business processes and providing insights to improve operational efficiency. This early experience laid the groundwork for his future roles in product management and analytics.