Zach Hales
About Zach Hales
Zach Hales serves as the Director of Product Management at Suvoda, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in product management, with previous roles at Dorman Products, Crane Payment Innovations, and Greenphire, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing Management from Bloomsburg University.
Current Role at Suvoda
Zach Hales serves as the Director of Product Management at Suvoda, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing product development processes and leading cross-functional teams. Hales emphasizes the importance of user-friendly technology in clinical workflows and prioritizes patient interactions in clinical trials. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction of product management initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to his current role, Zach Hales accumulated extensive experience in product management across various organizations. He worked at Greenphire from 2015 to 2022, where he held the position of Product Manager and later served as a Product Management Enthusiast and Driven Solutions Provider. His earlier roles include serving as a Product Manager at Crane Payment Innovations from 2011 to 2015 and as an Assistant Product Manager at Dorman Products from 2008 to 2011.
Educational Background
Zach Hales studied at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at the Wisconsin School of Business, completing a certificate program in Product Manager Imperatives in 2009. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his career in product management and business analysis.
Skills and Expertise
Zach Hales possesses significant expertise in business analysis, which enhances product development processes. He has extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams, particularly in Scrum and Offshore Development environments. His strong background in strategy and planning has contributed to successful product management initiatives throughout his career.
Early Career Experience
Zach Hales began his career in marketing and account management. He worked as a Brand Ambassador at Marketing Werks in 2008 and served as an Account Executive at Clear Channel Outdoor from 2006 to 2007. Additionally, he held the position of Marketing Coordinator at Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions from 2007 to 2008. These early roles provided him with valuable skills that he later applied in product management.