Steve (Stephen) Barnes
About Steve (Stephen) Barnes
Steve Barnes serves as the Vice President of Global Product Management at Quadient, bringing extensive experience in product development and marketing across various technology sectors. He has held leadership roles at Pitney Bowes and Precisely, and possesses a strong academic background in business and economics.
Work at Quadient
Steve Barnes currently serves as Vice President Global Product Management at Quadient, a position he has held since 2020. He works in Milford, Connecticut, where he focuses on overseeing product management strategies. His role involves managing complex product portfolios and driving new product development initiatives. He applies his expertise in software, hardware, and services to enhance product offerings and meet market demands.
Previous Experience at Pitney Bowes
Steve Barnes has extensive experience at Pitney Bowes, where he held several leadership roles. He served as Vice President Global Product Management and Marketing from 2009 to 2011 and as Vice President and General Manager of Global Product Management and Marketing from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he was Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Client Services from 2006 to 2009. His tenure at Pitney Bowes spanned various aspects of product management and marketing, contributing to the company's growth and product innovation.
Education and Expertise
Steve Barnes holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Connecticut, where he also studied Business Administration and Management. He completed an Executive Development Program at the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business. His undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Connecticut College. He has furthered his education through programs at Babson College and NC State, focusing on leadership and product management principles.
Background in Product Management
Steve Barnes has a strong background in product management, with experience in various sectors including IoT, cloud computing, and software development. He has worked as Senior Director of Product Management at Precisely, where he focused on data experience and cloud solutions. His roles have involved strategic planning, product life cycle management, and leading cross-functional teams to address complex business challenges and market opportunities.
Skills in Sales and Market Strategy
Steve Barnes is passionate about addressing B2B sales challenges, particularly in the context of new products and technologies. He has a proven track record in global channel development and management, which contributes to competitive differentiation in the market. His skills include UX and Design Thinking Innovation, Agile Software development, and P&L management, all aimed at enhancing client value and experience.