Paula Russell

Strategic, technical, data-driven product manager with 15+ years of experience translating business and user needs into actionable product strategies across industrial and technical sectors. Skilled in applying analytics, forecasting models, and team leadership to drive innovation, optimize pricing, and accelerate product adoption. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration, mentoring, and leveraging insights to inform roadmaps and profitability.

I have over 15 years in product management and marketing within industrial and manufacturing markets, managing product strategy from concept through launch, commercialization, and end-of-life."

Early in my career, I focused on distributor and OEM-driven product lines, building strong skills in market analysis, business case development, and sales channel engagement. In my most recent roles, I managed multi-million-dollar industrial portfolios, led stage-gate new product introductions, and oversaw roadmap and lifecycle management to ensure we hit revenue, margin, and adoption targets.

I led the global launch of an award-winning digital smart pump platform, coordinating IT, engineering, marketing, and operations to meet launch timelines. I've also optimized an industrial product portfolio by combining VOC feedback and market insight, resulting in a 25% increase in adoption and improved margins

Across my career, the common thread has been quickly learning technical portfolios, challenging the status quo, and aligning cross-functional teams to achieve aggressive growth and margin goals.

CERTIFICATES

• Career Essentials in Data Analysis – Microsoft (2025)
• Career Essentials in Business Analysis – Microsoft (IIBA & PMI-aligned) (2025)

DEGREES

• BS - Clinical Dietetics, Ohio University
• MBA - Master in Business Administration, University of Akron