Marla Allas
About Marla Allas
Marla Allas is a Senior Product Manager specializing in Tick History at Refinitiv, with over 16 years of experience in product management. She has a strong background in coordinating with global stakeholders and managing product roadmaps, having previously worked at Thomson Reuters for seven years.
Current Role at Refinitiv
Marla Allas serves as a Senior Product Manager for Tick History at Refinitiv since 2018. In this role, she oversees the management and development of historical market data products. Allas utilizes Agile methodologies to collaborate with development and QA teams across different time zones, ensuring that product releases are delivered on schedule. Her responsibilities include coordinating with global stakeholders and external clients to prioritize the product roadmap and implement feedback on product design.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Allas worked at Thomson Reuters as a Senior Product Manager for Datafeeds from 2007 to 2014. During her seven years in this position, she was based in New York, NY. Her role involved managing product strategies and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance datafeed services. After her tenure in this role, she transitioned to her current position at Refinitiv.
Education and Expertise
Marla Allas earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Economics, and Finance from SUNY Empire State College. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in financial products and market dynamics, which she applies in her product management roles.
Project Leadership and Strategic Initiatives
In her current role, Allas leads a strategic project aimed at developing an in-house replacement for a $40 million historical market data product. This initiative focuses on reducing technical debt and is projected to save $10 million annually. Additionally, she conducts early access programs for internal users and external clients to gather insights and improve product functionality.
Collaboration with Global Stakeholders
Allas coordinates with multiple global stakeholders and external clients to manage and prioritize the product roadmap effectively. She partners with an Australia-based vendor to maintain the current product line, ensuring compliance with content suppliers and regulatory mandates. Her ability to engage with diverse teams enhances the overall product strategy.