Andrew Bowker

Customer Experience | Teamwork | Growth Strategy

Senior Product Manager

IBM PM's operate at the epicenter of multidisciplinary teams which include design, engineering, sales, marketing, finance and legal. PMs build deep and broad skills including market and competitive analysis, planning and shepherding product development, driving adoption through marketing and digital engagement, and sensing how offerings are performing in the market.

"I’ve received very positive feedback from all of Andrew’s peers. He demonstrates a great can-do attitude and is always willing to take on additional projects. He’s curious, always keen to learn and it’s a pleasure having him on the team." - Manager

"Thank you Andrew for always helping our team to move forward and set us up for success. I'm definitely thankful for your work as our PM, and helping us developers the best way you can. Hearing our feedback and working together has been wonderful." - Developer

"Andrew is both a great coach for our bootcamp incubator team and did an outstanding job in his "herding cats" presentation on leading without authority. I've been using the principles he outlined in my daily interactions and they're so useful!" - Mentee

"Thank you for giving great advice to our bootcamp in your session "herding cats without authority". The session taught be a lot about how to take responsibility at IBM and influence people around me.You were down-to-earth and very relatable, which is exactly what all of us needed. I think this session with you is a must for future bootcampers. Thanks again!" - Mentee

“Andrew never skimps out on being generous with his time, energy, and advice. He has given me great excitement for and insight into how to creatively engage with not only my peers in college, but also my future colleagues.” - College Mentee

Product Manager

Drove two "buy-don't-build" businesses cases. Those products went on to make $5M+ in the first 2 years

Product Manager Intern II (MBA Internship)

A to B Coaching LLC

It took me 3 years and 60+ failed applications to break into Product Management. If I could go back, I'd focus on 3 things from the start:

1. Create products
2. Build relationships
3. Interviewing skills

Now I help a community of 24k+ do the same. So far, I've helped folks land at places like Amazon, Zoom, Pfizer, Pendo, IBM, Bandwidth, & more.

I specialize in helping non-technical professionals land roles in the tech industry. Non-technical roles include product management, program management, project management, customer success, strategy, business operations, marketing, sales, and more. When we work together, you'll be heavily guided on:

· How to craft a resume that gets noticed
· How to craft the perfect linkedin presence w/o the cringe
· How to build important relationships w/o the awkwardness
· How to abolish imposter syndrome and interview confidently
· How to perfect your story and pass any recruiter screen
· How to SHOW your work and beat other candidates
· How to negotiate for 45% more money

Ultimately, there is no such thing as a dream job. As we learn and grow, the "dream job: changes. I coach people to find a "dream fit" based on skills, passions, and what the market values that allows for future optionality and growth.

Owner

Wedding Taggers

It's a goal of mine to be a lifelong learner. The best way for me to learn is by starting, growing, and managing a company in my spare time. Hands on.

Founder

North Carolina State University Poole College of Management

Concentrations & Certificates:
Technology Commercialization & Entrepreneurship 
Marketing Management 
Innovation Management
Decision Analytics Certificate

Activities:
Hi-TEC Scholar (1 of 2 selected) 
MBA Student Association President (vote by peers)
Team-Lead for Wolfpack Investor Network (WIN), (start-up company due-diligence reporting)
NC State University Entrepreneurship Clinic Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University Ambassador for prospective Jenkins MBA students
Jenkins Career Management Peer Coach for 1st-year Jenkins MBA students
Consult Your Community (CYC) Undergraduate Advisor - "Designed For Joy" (a Raleigh non-profit)
Founder of first ever Jenkins Entrepreneurship club (E-Club) for MBA students

Achievements:
4.0 GPA
Selected as a McLauchlan Leadership Fellow (Jenkins' most prestigious development program)
Elected by classmates as MBA Student Association President
Co-founded Chirp, an innovative IoT device to improve emergency response to house fires
1st Place 2019 LuLu Entrepreneurship Games - Design & Prototype Category (Chirp)
1st Place 2019 LuLu Entrepreneurship Games - Fan Favorite Video (Chirp)
1st Place 2019 Poole College Leadership & Innovation Showcase (Chirp)
1st Place 2018 Product Innovation Lab Pitch Night - Investor's Choice (Chirp)

Jenkins MBA Hi-TEC Scholar 

inMotionNow

I was the one they called to save "code red" customers :)

Customer Succcess Consultant 

Customer Success Manager

Account Coordinator

Campus Outreach - Raleigh

A little bit of everything, supporting leadership development at NCSU, UNC, Duke, Campbell University, Meredith College, ECU, and UNC-W.

Project Manager 

L.A. Weaver Co.

Read and interpret depositions, OSHA investigative reports, as well as Safety and Health Standards to craft reports outlining findings, criticisms, and opinions concerning engineering related accidents in the workplace.

Research Analyst

Altec

• Solved a 10 month-old-problem that even full time engineers failed to
• Saved the company $1M+/yr in perpetuity 
• Found out I didn't want to be a career mechanical engineer :)

Mechanical Engineering Co-op

NC State University Housing

Planned social events, team building programs, and community service outings for residents

Resident Advisor

☀️ Product manager by day ☀️  |  🌙 Dad by night 🌙  | 🔨  DIYer / 'maker' by late night 🔨 

I write about product management, career lessons, side projects, and soft skills. 

A core belief: humans are the backbone of business.  Because of that, I like to spend time developing and nurturing personal relationships. I've found that to be the most useful skill despite the random collection of 'hard skills' I've acquired over the years. I've spent time developing start-ups, diving into the intricacies of digital marketing, managing products, selling, creating successful customer outcomes, and sharpening statistical analysis skills to make better business decisions. 

Strengths:
1. Achiever - I come alive when I can work hard, get many things done, and achieve audacious goals.
2. Belief - I can talk to the hearts of people and see past the surface. High Emotional Intelligence.
3. Self-Assurance - I have the power to persuade and lead passionately. This shines during presentations and in situations where I need to persuade. 
4. Restorative - I love to solve problems and constantly improve things. "It can be done better".
5. Woo - I have a knack for "winning others over". Relationships are important to me.

Now accepting clients for Career Cheat Codes 2023 - https://careercheatcodes.tech

It took me 3 years and 60+ failed applications to break into Product Management. If I could go back, I'd focus on 3 things from the start:

1. Create products
2. Build relationships
3. Interviewing skills

Now I help a community of 24k+ do the same. So far, I've helped folks land at places like Amazon, Zoom, Pfizer, Pendo, IBM, Bandwidth, & more.

I specialize in helping non-technical professionals land roles in the tech industry. Non-technical roles include product management, program management, project management, customer success, strategy, business operations, marketing, sales, and more. When we work together, you'll be heavily guided on:

· How to craft a resume that gets noticed
· How to craft the perfect linkedin presence w/o the cringe
· How to build important relationships w/o the awkwardness
· How to abolish imposter syndrome and interview confidently
· How to perfect your story and pass any recruiter screen
· How to SHOW your work and beat other candidates
· How to negotiate for 45% more money

Ultimately, there is no such thing as a dream job. As we learn and grow, the "dream job: changes. I coach people to find a "dream fit" based on skills, passions, and what the market values that allows for future optionality and growth.

Leigh Neys, Ed.D.

Farm Credit Services of America

Collaborate with team members to cultivate job-specific expertise and proficiencies, encompassing standard protocols, procedures, and the utilization of systems such as customer relationship management, cash management, and loan origination systems. Spearhead the development of training modules and performance aids aimed at enriching employees’ comprehension of lending, credit, and various facets of the organization.
• Innovate and refine job-specific training initiatives for both new recruits and seasoned staff.
• Orchestrate, coordinate and conduct engaging and impactful learning sessions.
• Partner with FCSAmerica leadership and stakeholders, offering guidance on performance enhancement through tailored training solutions.
• Foster partnerships with Product Managers, Product Owners, and subject matter experts to seamlessly integrate best practices into training programs.
• Evaluate and iteratively enhance the efficacy of training interventions.
• Establish and maintain tools for functional skills gap analysis, including training evaluations, surveys, and reinforcement mechanisms.

Business Learning Specialist

Leigh Neys Coaching

Empowering individuals to navigate their career journeys with personalized guidance and strategic support, including entrepreneurial ventures.
• Proficiently develop and implement tailored career development plans, fostering increased clarity and confidence in clients' career paths.
• Utilize expertise in learning and design to innovate strategies for skill enhancement and networking, driving clients' professional advancement.
• Expertly craft impactful career branding materials, such as resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles, to showcase clients' unique value propositions and enhance market visibility.
• Foster collaborative partnerships with clients to co-create customized solutions, ensuring alignment with individual goals and aspirations.
• Successfully guide clients through diverse career transitions, including job changes, promotions, and entrepreneurial endeavors, facilitating seamless and successful transitions.

Founder & Consultant

Hermark Agency

As a co-founder of an international education consultancy, I bring more than a decade of experience in the education industry, working with clients across multiple countries and cultural backgrounds. I am a strategic thinker with a proven track record of successfully guiding organizations towards achieving their academic goals. My expertise lies in providing customized international education consulting services, including strategic campus internationalization plans and branding and marketing recommendations.

International Education Strategist & Co-founder

South Dakota State University

Provide leadership in building mutual learning relationships with community citizens and leaders. In addition, my role involves providing a blend of educational outreach, technical assistance, and community coaching in order to connect communities with current community development research, various skill-building opportunities, curricula, identifying their own community assets, and applicable community-based outreach practices.
•	Co-lead strategic planning efforts for non-profit organizations including focus groups and assessment
•	Developed Building Highly Effective Boards curriculum for state-wide training and development
•	Research and publish academic articles on community development and engagement
•	Perform all aspects of content creation and social media management for Community Vitality unit
•	Lead trainer for “Coming Together for Racial Understanding” program for State of South Dakota
•	Coordinate marketing and sponsorship for 2022 Energize! Rural Communities Conference 
•	Certified Remote Works Professional trainer for Utah State University’s Remote Works Program

Community Vitality Field Specialist

Audience & Income

Community Member

Northern State University

Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Education including: K-12 Methods, Graduate Research and Design, Psychology of Learning.

Adjunct Professor

World Classrooms

Served as the team lead for two departments and member of senior leadership team.  Managed all aspects of parent, student and teacher enrollment including registration, payment plans and customer service.  Also oversaw all aspects of planning for educational trips including accommodations & food, busing, ticketed activities and flights for 12,000-plus travelers.  Approved departmental financial transactions, managed vendor credits and monitored trip budgets. Performed personnel management and the coordination/expansion of high-quality travel experiences for students, parents and teachers.

Team Lead

Served as Executive Leader & Senior Academic Administrator responsible for achieving campus-wide objectives to elevate NSU’s international presence and increase international student success and recruitment rates. Oversaw programs and issues related to international students, inbound/outbound international programs, and student-focused initiatives. Ensured compliance with university risk management, assessment, and academic policies. Developed the direction and vision of campus internationalization at NSU. 
• Repositioned NSU to be a regional leader in international education programming and services. Achieved this through establishing campus-wide relationships, effective budget management, and strategically communicating OIP’s work/success. Examples of excellence include: 
• Developed/implemented policies and best practices for risk & crisis management, travel safety, and emergency response. 
• Advocated internally and externally for resources to support/enhance global engagement and increase international enrollment. Resulted in a better-funded, yet fiscally responsible operational budget.
• Co-founded a Diversity Coalition of campus leaders to provide expertise and support to campus 
diversity initiatives. Led to greater campus-wide awareness and respect for diversity and inclusion. 
• Recipient of NSU’s 2017-2018 Excellence in Management Award.

Director of International Programs

University of Minnesota Duluth

Provided leadership and expertise in the development and realization of a shared vision for international education. Oversaw fiscal/budget management, personnel management, and the expansion of high-quality study abroad experiences for students, faculty and staff. Guided internationalization of UMD’s curriculum development, research, and student learning. 
• Co-chair of the Internationalization Leadership Team for a national program aimed at a) identifying campus goals and student learning outcomes related to internationalization and b) developing a systematic plan for comprehensive campus internationalization. Collaborated with UMD campus faculty and staff for 2.5 years to create and implement the strategic plan.
• Co-created UMD’s 2017 strategic plan as a member of UMD’s Strategic Plan Steering Committee. 
Collaboratively crafted benchmarks and action items to progress campus towards strategic plan goals.
• Led the development of a comprehensive assessment plan to measure UMD’s student learning 
outcomes for domestic study abroad participants and international exchange students.
• Chaired the Faculty Advisory Council, a committee that empowered faculty from across campus to create buy-in within their departments for strategic plan efforts. 
• Applied a Business Process Analysis approach to restructure IPS’s workloads to be more efficient. These efficiencies allowed IPS to better monitor our revenues/expenses and remain financially stable. 
• Awarded UMD’s Outstanding Staff Award for outstanding service to students.

Director of International Programs and Services

Performed study abroad curriculum integration activities including course equivalency database management, workshops and presentations. Coordinated short-term study abroad programs, including program development, promotion, recruitment, advising, and pre-departure orientation programming

Curriculum Integration Coordinator

Recruited and advised domestic and International Business degree program students.  Managed study abroad program.  Oversaw international student admissions processing and immigration advising. 	International conference coordination including promotion, registration, scheduling, travel planning, and fundraising

Academic Coordinator, Center of Excellence in International Business

Career Transition Coach | I help you find your best career fit

Are you an educator looking to make a successful transition into the dynamic world of corporate careers? Let me guide you through this transformative journey.

I'm Leigh Neys, a seasoned career coach and resume expert specializing in helping professionals from the education sector pivot seamlessly into corporate environments. With a proven track record of empowering individuals to unlock their full potential, I offer a range of services including personalized coaching, targeted courses, and impactful resume services tailored to your unique career goals.

What sets me apart is my deep understanding of the challenges faced by educators entering the corporate realm. I leverage years of experience in both sectors to provide practical strategies and insights that drive tangible results. Whether you're seeking to enhance your leadership skills, navigate industry transitions, or craft a compelling resume that showcases your transferable strengths, I am here to support you every step of the way.

My approach is highly personalized, combining expert guidance with actionable techniques to accelerate your career growth. Together, we will identify your strengths, clarify your objectives, and develop a roadmap for success in the competitive corporate landscape.

Let's collaborate to turn your aspirations into achievements. Reach out today to start your journey towards a fulfilling and rewarding corporate career.

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I'm an award-winning higher education leader dedicated to transforming the next generation of academic leadership.  With 15+ years of experience, I specialize in leadership and career development. I help professionals grow as leaders and get careers that are meaningful, purpose-driven and pay well. I help identify your career niche, recommend targeted learning and networking opportunities and create career branding materials.   

My professional experience spans the public and private sectors. I practice transformational leadership and inspire others to become leaders themselves. Bringing a high level of rigor, creativity, and strategic focus to anything I oversee is of key importance to me. 

Let me help you to build a customized career materials package and leadership development plan that makes you stand out from the crowd and land your dream job.  Explore my resources, and feel free to get in touch with any questions!

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