Digital Business Consultant, Design & Technical Expert
Aktualisiert am 09.12.2024
Profil
Freiberufler / Selbstständiger
Remote-Arbeit
Verfügbar ab: 12.10.2024
Verfügbar zu: 100%
davon vor Ort: 100%
Product Management
Digitalisierung
IT-Strategie
Innovationsmanagement
Marketing
Usability-Design
UX-Design
Go-to-Market Strategy
Proof of Concept
Sichere Kenntnisse mit UX-Designtools (Sketch oder Figma)
Figma
Adobe Photoshop
JavaScript
B2B
Kundenkommunikation
Client-Management
HTML
CSS
E-Commerce
Prototype
Musterbau
Englisch Muttersprache
English
Muttersprache
German
Fortgeschritten
Spanish
Grundkenntnisse

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Cologne (+50km)
Deutschland, Schweiz
I'm open for onsite. My optimal situation would be to start onsite until I am up to speed and then work remotely from Cologne, Germany. I can also legally work in the US if necessary.
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

3 months
2024-09 - 2024-11

CreativeThinking.ai - Open ended creative assessment with ChatGPT wrapper

Product Manager Python JavaScript
Product Manager

Developed an AI-based creative education exercise that is based off of ImaginGO that gives teachers the ability to upload student creative work and have ChatGPT analyze, provide feedback and rate the creative performance.

  • Backend work in Flask, Python
  • Connect to the OpenAI API with Python and JavaScript
  • HTML/CSS Layout and design

VS Code Adobe Photoshop Adobe Aftereffects ChatGPT
Python JavaScript
ImaginGO LLC
Cologne
1 year 7 months
2022-11 - 2024-05

UX Design, Emerging Technology and Management

Venture Manager, Product & UX Research ? Market-Ready Product Development Digital Transformation UX-Design ...
Venture Manager, Product & UX Research

- Led a global initiative focused on understanding user pain points and process inefficiencies among lab workers to inform digital product development. 

- Conducted extensive user research, including developing journey maps and personas, to identify key areas for digital transformation and process optimization. Based on this research, designed wireframes for potential digital products aimed at solving operational challenges, and created presentations for senior stakeholders to outline the commercial potential of these solutions.

- Presented findings to a global audience across the US, Germany, and China, aligning proposed digital products with international market needs and paving the way for future commercialization efforts in the lab technology space. 

The initiative drove early-stage product development and identified opportunities for bringing new, market-ready digital tools to laboratories worldwide.

Adobe Photoshop Powerpoint Adobe Illustrator Miro
? Market-Ready Product Development Digital Transformation UX-Design Usability Design-Konzept
Covestro
Leverkusen
4 years
2019-06 - 2023-05

Covestro, Blockchain Product Manager

Venture Manager Product Roadmapping Emerging Technologies Business Model Innovation ...
Venture Manager

- Led the commercialization of a blockchain-based system aimed at improving transparency and traceability across the recycling and chemical value chain. The project focused on leveraging blockchain technology to track the lifecycle of materials, ensuring that their origin, recycling status, and supply chain history were recorded and accessible for more efficient sustainability efforts. 

- Working closely with cross-functional teams, including 15 supply chain partners like Porsche, Shell, and Philips, I pioneered a new business model that combined physical materials with digital data, creating additional market value by offering data packages alongside the physical products.

- This initiative not only revolutionized the traceability of recycled materials but also laid the foundation for future data-driven business models within the chemical industry through data packages and digital twins. Through strategic go-to-market planning and industry engagement, I presented the concept to senior stakeholders and global audiences, helping to align the digital solution with market demands and regulatory requirements. 

- This project demonstrated how blockchain technology could be commercialized in a traditionally non-digital industry, driving adoption and collaboration on a global scale.

blockchain etherium Figma Adobe Photoshop
Product Roadmapping Emerging Technologies Business Model Innovation ? Product Commercialization javascript HTML5 CSS3 Business Development
Covestro
Leverkusen
5 months
2018-01 - 2018-05

Process Design for Lean UX Studios - BASF

UX Strategist Workshop Moderator
UX Strategist

  • Developed strategy to streamline the Lean UX concept with DevOps for maximum efficiency. 
  • Led workshops to determine pain points and further process improvements

Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator
Workshop Moderator
BASF
Mannheim
2 years 1 month
2015-12 - 2017-12

UX Design, Emerging Tech in Digital Banking - Deutsch Bank

UX Mananger ? Market-Ready Product Development Javascript Mobile Apps ...
UX Mananger

As part of Accenture's team supporting Deutsche Bank, I led the commercialization of digital banking solutions aimed at enhancing customer onboarding and retention. 

The project involved bridging the gap between product development and marketing, ensuring that the new digital solutions aligned with business goals and addressed specific pain points in the customer journey. 

I oversaw the development of user-centric banking products, using insights from user behavior and market demands to ensure that the offerings were optimized for customer engagement and long-term retention. Through this approach, we achieved a 500% increase in customer acquisition by refining digital tools that simplified the customer experience and boosted loyalty.

 

This initiative also involved leading cross-functional teams consisting of designers, product managers, and offshore development units to ensure a seamless transition from concept to market launch. By focusing on user-centric design principles, the digital solutions not only improved customer experience but also drove business outcomes. I presented these solutions to senior stakeholders, aligning the digital products with Deutsche Bank?s strategic goals and preparing them for broader market adoption. This project demonstrated how digital transformation could be effectively commercialized to drive growth within the financial services sector.

Sketch Adobe Illustrator Powerpoint
? Market-Ready Product Development Javascript Mobile Apps Mobile Business Product Roadmapping Emerging Technologies
Deutsche Bank
Berlin
3 months
2015-09 - 2015-11

Mobile App Design, Emerging Tech QR Code reader - Bayer CropScience

Mobile App Designer HTML CSS JavaScript ...
Mobile App Designer

Design wireframes and user flow

Apply corporate style guides - colors, images

Develop click-through prototype

VS Code Adobe Photoshop
HTML CSS JavaScript Rapid Prototyping
Adorsys
Leverkusen
9 months
2014-08 - 2015-04

Die Karnevals-App, Product Manager

Product Manager HTML JavaScript CSS ...
Product Manager

  • Developed overall design strategy
  • Design of user flow
  • Collection of content - working with local Karnival celebrities
  • Collaboration with developers (offshore) 

VS Code Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Powerpoint Atlassian JIRA Agile
HTML JavaScript CSS Azure
Bside-Me GmbH
Cologne
4 months
2014-04 - 2014-07

Invoice Factoring System, UX and Product Management

UX & Product Manager JavaScript CSS HTML ...
UX & Product Manager

  • Designed overall user flow and wireframes
  • Collected requirements
  • Tested with user group
  • Incorporated changes into development system
  • Applied fine design to MVP for live testing
  • Collaborated with offshore development team

VS Code Powerpoint Adobe Illustrator
JavaScript CSS HTML Testing/QS/QM
Invoice Auction
Frankfurt am Main
2 months
2012-04 - 2012-05

iPad App Development

App Designer & Developer HTML JavaScript CSS ...
App Designer & Developer

  • Developed iPad prototype app for a new BI company called Oversight Systems. 
  • Designed overall look and feel
  • Implemented design using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
  • Converted web-based files to iPad/Apple compatible system using PhoneGap

VS Code Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator
HTML JavaScript CSS agiles Projektmanagement PhoneGap
Oversight Systems
Atlanta, GA USA

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

11 months
1998-01 - 1998-11

Digital Art & Design, 3D Animation

Digital Art & Design Certificate, School of Communication Art, Raleigh, NC USA
Digital Art & Design Certificate
School of Communication Art, Raleigh, NC USA
Digital and fine arts. Focus on character animation, animation concepts, layout and design. Color theory, typography.
5 years 5 months
1990-08 - 1995-12

Communications

Bachelor of Science, East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science
East Carolina University
Communication - advertising, marketing, media design, mass media

Position

Position

More at johnfoxconsulting.com

I?m a digital guru with over 25 years of experience turning ideas into digital success. I specialize in quickly understanding challenges and crafting strategies and designs that solve them effectively. Easy to work with and confident in my abilities, I bring expertise across digital and phygital realms to create impactful solutions.


I help businesses and organizations succeed in the digital age by offering tailored solutions across two primary areas:


Primary Offering

  • Business Strategy for Digital Transformation: Guiding organizations in leveraging emerging technologies and streamlining operations for growth and efficiency.
  • Product Innovation and Commercialization Strategy: Turning ideas into market-ready products, driving adoption, and aligning with business objectives.
  • Customer Experience (CX) and UX Strategy: Designing digital experiences and customer journeys that enhance engagement and loyalty.
  • E-Commerce Solutions: Creating high-performing e-commerce websites, from platform selection and configuration (Shopify, WooCommerce) to conversion-focused UX/UI design and technical integrations.

Secondary Offering

  • Technical Implementation: Bringing strategies to life through API integration, system setup, and feature development.
  • UX/UI Design & Front-End Development: Crafting and implementing user-centric designs with modern technologies (Svelte, React, JavaScript).
  • E-Commerce Optimization: Enhancing online stores with performance improvements, custom features, and data-driven insights.


Let's Do This!

Have a project in mind? Let?s connect and explore how I can help. Whether it?s digital, technical, or creative work, I likely have the expertise you need?or can tap into my network of trusted near-shore development partners for larger-scale projects.

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Product Management Digitalisierung IT-Strategie Innovationsmanagement Marketing Usability-Design UX-Design Go-to-Market Strategy Proof of Concept Sichere Kenntnisse mit UX-Designtools (Sketch oder Figma) Figma Adobe Photoshop JavaScript B2B Kundenkommunikation Client-Management HTML CSS E-Commerce Prototype Musterbau Englisch Muttersprache

Design / Entwicklung / Konstruktion

Product Commercialization
Experte
Value Innovation
Experte
Product Strategy
Experte
Business Model Innovation
Fortgeschritten
Strategic Thinking
Fortgeschritten
Product Marketing
Experte
UX Design
Experte
Experience Design
Experte
Product Design
Experte
Front-end Development
Fortgeschritten
Adobe Animate
Experte
Adobe After Effects
Fortgeschritten
JavaScript
Experte
Web Design
Experte
Web Development
Experte
Artificial Intelligence
Fortgeschritten
Blockchain
Fortgeschritten
Wordpress
Experte
Branding
Fortgeschritten

I have experience with 0 to 1 Product Design and Delivery. This means from idea -> strategy -> design -> testing -> development -> deploy -> market -> maintain/CI. 

If you have a digital idea and want to validate it through prototypes and/or MVPs, I can help with the initial brainstorming and idea realization through design and development. For a better chance at market acceptance (or internal acceptance), I use a marketing-first approach to product design. This requires understanding the customer/target market and building foundational requirements and features into the design that will resonate with the end user. 

Branchen

Branchen

  1. Financial Services
  2. Chemicals
  3. Software (SaaS, Cloud, Web application)
  4. Mobile apps
  5. Education
  6. Food & Beverage
  7. Retail

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Cologne (+50km)
Deutschland, Schweiz
I'm open for onsite. My optimal situation would be to start onsite until I am up to speed and then work remotely from Cologne, Germany. I can also legally work in the US if necessary.
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

3 months
2024-09 - 2024-11

CreativeThinking.ai - Open ended creative assessment with ChatGPT wrapper

Product Manager Python JavaScript
Product Manager

Developed an AI-based creative education exercise that is based off of ImaginGO that gives teachers the ability to upload student creative work and have ChatGPT analyze, provide feedback and rate the creative performance.

  • Backend work in Flask, Python
  • Connect to the OpenAI API with Python and JavaScript
  • HTML/CSS Layout and design

VS Code Adobe Photoshop Adobe Aftereffects ChatGPT
Python JavaScript
ImaginGO LLC
Cologne
1 year 7 months
2022-11 - 2024-05

UX Design, Emerging Technology and Management

Venture Manager, Product & UX Research ? Market-Ready Product Development Digital Transformation UX-Design ...
Venture Manager, Product & UX Research

- Led a global initiative focused on understanding user pain points and process inefficiencies among lab workers to inform digital product development. 

- Conducted extensive user research, including developing journey maps and personas, to identify key areas for digital transformation and process optimization. Based on this research, designed wireframes for potential digital products aimed at solving operational challenges, and created presentations for senior stakeholders to outline the commercial potential of these solutions.

- Presented findings to a global audience across the US, Germany, and China, aligning proposed digital products with international market needs and paving the way for future commercialization efforts in the lab technology space. 

The initiative drove early-stage product development and identified opportunities for bringing new, market-ready digital tools to laboratories worldwide.

Adobe Photoshop Powerpoint Adobe Illustrator Miro
? Market-Ready Product Development Digital Transformation UX-Design Usability Design-Konzept
Covestro
Leverkusen
4 years
2019-06 - 2023-05

Covestro, Blockchain Product Manager

Venture Manager Product Roadmapping Emerging Technologies Business Model Innovation ...
Venture Manager

- Led the commercialization of a blockchain-based system aimed at improving transparency and traceability across the recycling and chemical value chain. The project focused on leveraging blockchain technology to track the lifecycle of materials, ensuring that their origin, recycling status, and supply chain history were recorded and accessible for more efficient sustainability efforts. 

- Working closely with cross-functional teams, including 15 supply chain partners like Porsche, Shell, and Philips, I pioneered a new business model that combined physical materials with digital data, creating additional market value by offering data packages alongside the physical products.

- This initiative not only revolutionized the traceability of recycled materials but also laid the foundation for future data-driven business models within the chemical industry through data packages and digital twins. Through strategic go-to-market planning and industry engagement, I presented the concept to senior stakeholders and global audiences, helping to align the digital solution with market demands and regulatory requirements. 

- This project demonstrated how blockchain technology could be commercialized in a traditionally non-digital industry, driving adoption and collaboration on a global scale.

blockchain etherium Figma Adobe Photoshop
Product Roadmapping Emerging Technologies Business Model Innovation ? Product Commercialization javascript HTML5 CSS3 Business Development
Covestro
Leverkusen
5 months
2018-01 - 2018-05

Process Design for Lean UX Studios - BASF

UX Strategist Workshop Moderator
UX Strategist

  • Developed strategy to streamline the Lean UX concept with DevOps for maximum efficiency. 
  • Led workshops to determine pain points and further process improvements

Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator
Workshop Moderator
BASF
Mannheim
2 years 1 month
2015-12 - 2017-12

UX Design, Emerging Tech in Digital Banking - Deutsch Bank

UX Mananger ? Market-Ready Product Development Javascript Mobile Apps ...
UX Mananger

As part of Accenture's team supporting Deutsche Bank, I led the commercialization of digital banking solutions aimed at enhancing customer onboarding and retention. 

The project involved bridging the gap between product development and marketing, ensuring that the new digital solutions aligned with business goals and addressed specific pain points in the customer journey. 

I oversaw the development of user-centric banking products, using insights from user behavior and market demands to ensure that the offerings were optimized for customer engagement and long-term retention. Through this approach, we achieved a 500% increase in customer acquisition by refining digital tools that simplified the customer experience and boosted loyalty.

 

This initiative also involved leading cross-functional teams consisting of designers, product managers, and offshore development units to ensure a seamless transition from concept to market launch. By focusing on user-centric design principles, the digital solutions not only improved customer experience but also drove business outcomes. I presented these solutions to senior stakeholders, aligning the digital products with Deutsche Bank?s strategic goals and preparing them for broader market adoption. This project demonstrated how digital transformation could be effectively commercialized to drive growth within the financial services sector.

Sketch Adobe Illustrator Powerpoint
? Market-Ready Product Development Javascript Mobile Apps Mobile Business Product Roadmapping Emerging Technologies
Deutsche Bank
Berlin
3 months
2015-09 - 2015-11

Mobile App Design, Emerging Tech QR Code reader - Bayer CropScience

Mobile App Designer HTML CSS JavaScript ...
Mobile App Designer

Design wireframes and user flow

Apply corporate style guides - colors, images

Develop click-through prototype

VS Code Adobe Photoshop
HTML CSS JavaScript Rapid Prototyping
Adorsys
Leverkusen
9 months
2014-08 - 2015-04

Die Karnevals-App, Product Manager

Product Manager HTML JavaScript CSS ...
Product Manager

  • Developed overall design strategy
  • Design of user flow
  • Collection of content - working with local Karnival celebrities
  • Collaboration with developers (offshore) 

VS Code Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Powerpoint Atlassian JIRA Agile
HTML JavaScript CSS Azure
Bside-Me GmbH
Cologne
4 months
2014-04 - 2014-07

Invoice Factoring System, UX and Product Management

UX & Product Manager JavaScript CSS HTML ...
UX & Product Manager

  • Designed overall user flow and wireframes
  • Collected requirements
  • Tested with user group
  • Incorporated changes into development system
  • Applied fine design to MVP for live testing
  • Collaborated with offshore development team

VS Code Powerpoint Adobe Illustrator
JavaScript CSS HTML Testing/QS/QM
Invoice Auction
Frankfurt am Main
2 months
2012-04 - 2012-05

iPad App Development

App Designer & Developer HTML JavaScript CSS ...
App Designer & Developer

  • Developed iPad prototype app for a new BI company called Oversight Systems. 
  • Designed overall look and feel
  • Implemented design using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
  • Converted web-based files to iPad/Apple compatible system using PhoneGap

VS Code Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator
HTML JavaScript CSS agiles Projektmanagement PhoneGap
Oversight Systems
Atlanta, GA USA

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

11 months
1998-01 - 1998-11

Digital Art & Design, 3D Animation

Digital Art & Design Certificate, School of Communication Art, Raleigh, NC USA
Digital Art & Design Certificate
School of Communication Art, Raleigh, NC USA
Digital and fine arts. Focus on character animation, animation concepts, layout and design. Color theory, typography.
5 years 5 months
1990-08 - 1995-12

Communications

Bachelor of Science, East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science
East Carolina University
Communication - advertising, marketing, media design, mass media

Position

Position

More at johnfoxconsulting.com

I?m a digital guru with over 25 years of experience turning ideas into digital success. I specialize in quickly understanding challenges and crafting strategies and designs that solve them effectively. Easy to work with and confident in my abilities, I bring expertise across digital and phygital realms to create impactful solutions.


I help businesses and organizations succeed in the digital age by offering tailored solutions across two primary areas:


Primary Offering

  • Business Strategy for Digital Transformation: Guiding organizations in leveraging emerging technologies and streamlining operations for growth and efficiency.
  • Product Innovation and Commercialization Strategy: Turning ideas into market-ready products, driving adoption, and aligning with business objectives.
  • Customer Experience (CX) and UX Strategy: Designing digital experiences and customer journeys that enhance engagement and loyalty.
  • E-Commerce Solutions: Creating high-performing e-commerce websites, from platform selection and configuration (Shopify, WooCommerce) to conversion-focused UX/UI design and technical integrations.

Secondary Offering

  • Technical Implementation: Bringing strategies to life through API integration, system setup, and feature development.
  • UX/UI Design & Front-End Development: Crafting and implementing user-centric designs with modern technologies (Svelte, React, JavaScript).
  • E-Commerce Optimization: Enhancing online stores with performance improvements, custom features, and data-driven insights.


Let's Do This!

Have a project in mind? Let?s connect and explore how I can help. Whether it?s digital, technical, or creative work, I likely have the expertise you need?or can tap into my network of trusted near-shore development partners for larger-scale projects.

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Product Management Digitalisierung IT-Strategie Innovationsmanagement Marketing Usability-Design UX-Design Go-to-Market Strategy Proof of Concept Sichere Kenntnisse mit UX-Designtools (Sketch oder Figma) Figma Adobe Photoshop JavaScript B2B Kundenkommunikation Client-Management HTML CSS E-Commerce Prototype Musterbau Englisch Muttersprache

Design / Entwicklung / Konstruktion

Product Commercialization
Experte
Value Innovation
Experte
Product Strategy
Experte
Business Model Innovation
Fortgeschritten
Strategic Thinking
Fortgeschritten
Product Marketing
Experte
UX Design
Experte
Experience Design
Experte
Product Design
Experte
Front-end Development
Fortgeschritten
Adobe Animate
Experte
Adobe After Effects
Fortgeschritten
JavaScript
Experte
Web Design
Experte
Web Development
Experte
Artificial Intelligence
Fortgeschritten
Blockchain
Fortgeschritten
Wordpress
Experte
Branding
Fortgeschritten

I have experience with 0 to 1 Product Design and Delivery. This means from idea -> strategy -> design -> testing -> development -> deploy -> market -> maintain/CI. 

If you have a digital idea and want to validate it through prototypes and/or MVPs, I can help with the initial brainstorming and idea realization through design and development. For a better chance at market acceptance (or internal acceptance), I use a marketing-first approach to product design. This requires understanding the customer/target market and building foundational requirements and features into the design that will resonate with the end user. 

Branchen

Branchen

  1. Financial Services
  2. Chemicals
  3. Software (SaaS, Cloud, Web application)
  4. Mobile apps
  5. Education
  6. Food & Beverage
  7. Retail

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