Scott Mc Lean
About Scott Mc Lean
Scott McLean serves as the Director of Product Management at Sift, having previously held similar roles at Truckstop.com and Kount. He has a strong background in product management, technical consulting, and software engineering, with a focus on fostering collaboration and continuous improvement within teams.
Work at Sift
Scott Mc Lean currently serves as the Director of Product Management at Sift, a role he has held since 2023. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and execution. His leadership in product management is informed by extensive experience in the technology sector, where he has successfully led teams and projects. His focus includes advocating for continuous improvement and fostering collaboration across various teams.
Previous Experience at Truckstop.com
Prior to his current role, Scott Mc Lean worked at Truckstop.com in multiple capacities. He served as the Director of Product Management from 2019 to 2021, where he led a team of 21 in re-platforming the flagship product. He then transitioned to Senior Director of Product Management from 2021 to 2023, continuing to implement innovative practices such as Continuous Discovery and Rapid Prototyping. His contributions significantly impacted the product development processes at the company.
Career Background in Product Management
Scott Mc Lean has a diverse background in product management, having worked at Kount in various roles including Senior Product Manager for eCommerce Fraud Solutions and Manager of Product Management. His tenure at Kount lasted from 2013 to 2019, during which he was instrumental in building the product function and defining new products. He was also the first Product Manager at Kount, establishing foundational practices in product management.
Education and Expertise
Scott Mc Lean holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology, which he completed from 1994 to 1998. He also earned the CORe Credential of Readiness from Harvard Business School Online in 2017, focusing on business analytics and finance. His educational background supports his transition from technical roles to product management, enhancing his ability to lead product teams effectively.
Professional Experience in Technology
Scott Mc Lean's career in technology began at Hewlett-Packard, where he worked as a Systems Engineer and Firmware Engineer for seven years. He later transitioned to roles in solution consulting at Healthwise, Inc. and a SaaS startup. His experience spans various aspects of product management, solution consulting, and engineering, providing him with a well-rounded perspective on product development and team collaboration.