Miguel Olivares
About Miguel Olivares
Miguel Olivares is an Associate Product Manager at Scientific American, with a background in Fine/Studio Arts and Industrial/Product Design. He has experience in product management, team leadership, and digital content management, having previously worked at Whole Foods Market and the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission.
Work at Scientific American
Miguel Olivares currently holds the position of Associate Product Manager at Scientific American, where he has been employed since 2022. In this role, he utilizes his expertise in product management to enhance the organization's digital offerings. His responsibilities include overseeing product development processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality content and user experiences.
Previous Experience at NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission
Prior to his current role, Miguel Olivares worked as a Product Associate at the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he implemented a new ecommerce platform called Piano, applying agile product development methodologies. His work contributed to improving the commission's digital services and user engagement.
Experience at SVA GroundFloor Incubator
Miguel Olivares was a Fellow at SVA GroundFloor Incubator from 2018 to 2019. This experience allowed him to engage with startups and develop skills in product management and innovation. His time at the incubator provided him with valuable insights into the entrepreneurial landscape.
Education and Expertise
Miguel Olivares earned a Bachelor of Arts in Fine/Studio Arts from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Industrial and Product Design from the School of Visual Arts between 2013 and 2015. In 2018, he attended Columbia University for a brief period, enhancing his academic background.
Long-Term Role at Whole Foods Market
Miguel Olivares worked at Whole Foods Market for 13 years, from 2008 to 2021, where he served as a Grocery Associate Team Leader and Order Writer. During his time there, he led a team that expanded from 3 to 12 members, employing agile ceremonies to optimize product opportunities. His leadership contributed to operational efficiencies and team development.