Bobby Bahov
Verified Expert in Product Management
Product Manager
Sofia, Bulgaria
Toptal member since February 26, 2021
Bobby is a consultant whose background lies at the intersection of business and technology. He excels in leading technology development projects, consulting, and product management for public and private organizations. Bobby has managed AI solutions for companies, NGOs, and government organizations and is proficient in creating technology and innovation strategies for new product development. He began his career as a software developer and later moved to project and product management roles.
Project Highlights
Expertise
Work Experience
Senior Business Analyst and Technology Consultant
MentorMate
- Analyzed, identified areas for improvement, and recommended solutions to optimize business processes.
- Facilitated requirements elicitation meetings and drove consensus.
- Worked with the project management team to ensure quality and on-time delivery of projects by monitoring progress and managing risks and issues.
- Created clear, concise, testable epics and user stories with acceptance criteria using both positive and negative outcome scenarios.
CEO | Product Development Manager
Space Mining Technologies
- Managed team operations on software and hardware development, defining various project scopes and deadlines.
- Defined and managed product development and prioritized features.
- Scouted and formed the team and established partnerships with various institutions.
- Prepared funding applications and investor pitch decks.
- Built the brand from the ground up, led all marketing and partner communication, and created and executed sales strategies.
CEO | Founder
Genolarity
- Put together a team of scientists and researchers to develop a prototype.
- Accepted in the life science startup program at the Leiden Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
- Applied AI on gene expression data to detect the risk of future cancer onset.
Startup Mentor
Dutch Mentor Community
- Assisted early-stage startups in building their business from the ground-up.
- Consulted entrepreneurs on their product development, marketing, and sales strategies.
- Assisted the NGO in its strategic decisions on approaching startups and industry partners.
CEO | Product Development Manager
AI Lab One
- Consulted and managed the development of AI solutions for companies, NGOs, and the government.
- Conducted research and corporate strategies for the adoption of artificial intelligence.
- Performed business and technology feasibility studies.
- Helped clients raise funding for their innovative projects.
- Built the brand from the ground up, led all marketing and partner communication, and created and executed sales strategies.
Co-founder | Technology Consultant
The Mothership Missions
- Collaborated with NGOs and governments on technology and innovation strategies for new product development.
- Organized and managed teams in open innovation programs to develop and deliver prototypes of artificial intelligence systems for NGOs and governments.
- Established partnerships and worked with organizations such as the Red Cross, European Commission, European Space Agency, and United Nations.
Founder | Technology Consultant
Eastsource
- Built the company from the ground up to being listed as a top web development agency in the Netherlands.
- Consulted clients on software, product development features, and roadmaps.
- Developed and executed software product development strategies.
- Led software projects for clients from the Netherlands and the UK and with developers based in Eastern Europe.
- Conducted market research and executed marketing and sales strategies.
Entrepreneurship Tutor and Mentor
Knowledge 2 Share Foundation (NGO)
- Led entrepreneurship and business development courses for starting entrepreneurs in South Africa.
- Guided the digital marketing efforts to popularize the NGO.
- Developed the educational material for lectures and worked directly with students on assignments.
Software Development Manager
Pinlock Group
- Led a team of developers, designers, and QA experts.
- Oversaw the project plan, estimates, and system requirements.
- Ensured product iterations were shipped to specifications and on time.
- Designed the platform architecture to be flexible, low cost, and capable of handling rapid growth.
- Led Scrum meetings and sprint planning and reviews.
- Prepared business cases and conducted market research on future project opportunities.
- Optimized processes through digitization, standardization, and automation.
Web Developer and Product Owner
Melon
- Communicated on a daily basis with various international teams.
- Organized and planned sprints and led sprint reviews and retrospective meetings.
- Assigned, prioritized, and estimated backlog tasks for my team.
- Developed and shipped multi-platform hybrid applications.
Microsoft Student Partner
Microsoft Bulgaria
- Organized events and workshops with academia and industry.
- Conducted marketing research and campaigns to boost user satisfaction.
- Built a local and global network with industry experts and partner organizations.
Project History
AI Technical Product Manager for LLM for Occupational Risk Management in Rail Construction
Delivered a technical specification and architecture according to the client's needs, conducted a risk analysis and budget estimate for the development of the solution, and consulted the client on public investment applications and opportunities.
Adviser on the Product Development for an AI-driven Layout Positioning Tool
Consulted with the client on the business and technical feasibility of the solution, advised on product-market fit and MVP feature analysis, and identified the best tech alternatives for solution development.
Technical Product Manager for Image Nesting Desktop Application
Performed market research and defined the whole product strategy, roadmap, and architecture based on just an idea.
• Gathered and defined product requirements.
• Wrote and refined epics and user stories.
• Developed project backlog, timeline, and staffing plan.
• Facilitated issues and risks early identification.
AI Tool for Early Detection of Leukemia
Guided the project to reach a proof-of-concept stage. Handled the business case, scouting the two experts, defining the backlog and deadlines, and managing the deliverables.
Technical Analysis for AI-driven Cyber Security SaaS
Served as a technical analyst and analyzed a number of APIs and their compatibility with the client's solution.
• Brought feedback and ensured the product-related APIs were updated based on it.
• Outlined the summary for the integration options/data based on the inputs from the product perspective.
• Documented the requirements for the team to proceed with the development.
Data Science Project in Retail
Worked as a product owner and led a team of data scientists in the prototype development phase while conducting the product strategy with the executives.
Product Strategy for an Insurance Tech Startup
Worked as a technical consultant and assisted the founder of the company with the product strategy, development roadmap, staffing, and hiring.
The project lasted from September to November of 2021.
Marketing and Outreach Strategy for an Influencer Marketing Agency
Established a strategy for a new lead generation funnel.
Smart IoT System for Retail Stores
Served as a product manager and worked closely with the client to change the direction and strategy of an existing product.
The project took place in July and August of 2021.
Social Media Platform Focused on Cultural Exchange
Served as a technical product manager and prepared the product strategy for a new social media platform and mobile app.
AI Prediction Solution for EW2Health
https://www.easywaytohealth.com/pregnantManaged the product strategy and fund raising efforts for an AI prediction system and anomaly detection in the weight gain of pregnant women.
AI Recommender System for a Governmental Organization
Managed the product development of an AI recommender system for a governmental body that resulted in a process improvement of more than 50%.
Urban Environment Assessment for the Province of South Holland
Led the product development of three MVPs for assessing and monitoring urban factors using artificial intelligence.
We tackled the three areas: Natural biodiversity, energy transition, and waste management. The project lasted three months in 2019.
P2P Energy Marketplace App for the European Commission
Defined the requirements and strategy for the solution.
Supply Chain Digital Transformation
Prepared a digital transformation plan and roadmap for a commodity distribution company.
An eCommerce Platform for Automotive Accessories
Spearheaded the digital transformation of a distribution company from idea to the launch of two eCommerce platforms that led to a streamline of processes and entry into new markets.
My responsibilities included market research and a go-to-market strategy, requirements definition and technology stack choices, budgeting and financial projections, and building and leading the development team. Additionally, I managed the team's priorities and deliverables, conducted daily communication with stakeholders, worked with suppliers and partners, conducted a long-term strategy for the platform, and managed the launch of the platform. The project took place over 15 months in 2015 and 2016.
Startup Accelerator Consultant
https://www.worldstartup.coPerformed market research and prepared an in-depth report on the best accelerator practices.
A Mobile App for Language Learners
Led the efforts of developing an MVP as a technical product manager responsible for the system's architecture, design, requirements, and roadmap.
Online Poker Platform
Led a team of developers into building and launching the web version of a poker app.
eCommerce Website for a Lighting Equipment Company
Led the digital transformation of a brick and mortar store to a fully digital ready brand with an eCommerce website and social media presence.
Education
PhD Candidate in Business Applications of Artificial Intelligence (In Progress)
University of National and World Economy - Sofia, Bulgaria
Master's Degree in Business Information Management
Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University - Rotterdam, Netherlands
Bachelor's Degree in Business Informatics
University of National and World Economy - Sofia, Bulgaria
Certifications
Enterprise Design Thinking - Team Essentials for AI
IBM
Artificial Intelligence for Business and Government
Nederlandse AI Coalition | NL AIC
Elements of AI
University of Helsinki
Business Analytics
Growth Tribe
AI For Everyone
Deeplearning.ai
MBSE: Model-based Systems Engineering
University at Buffalo via Coursera
Machine Learning for Business Professionals
Google Cloud via Coursera
Innovation Management
Erasmus University Rotterdam via Coursera
Project Planning and Management
University of Virginia via Coursera
Advanced Competitive Strategy
Coursera
Gamification
Coursera
MCPS: Microsoft Certified Professional
Microsoft
Skills
Tools
Jira, Microsoft Project, Azure Machine Learning
Paradigms
Agile Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Agile Product Management, Agile Software Development, Desktop Web Design, Design Thinking
Industry Expertise
Healthcare, Video Gaming
Other
IT Project Management, IT Product Management, Business Strategy, Agile Leadership, New Business Development, Project Management, Scrum Product Owner, App Product Management, Digital Product Management, Product Management, Web Product Management, Agile Sprints, Agile Product Delivery, Product Planning, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital Product Development, Product Development Manager, Product Strategy, Innovation Management, Machine Learning, Entrepreneurship, Business Models, New Product Development, Branding, Startups, Web Applications, Staffing, Technical Product Management, Technical Project Management, Product Development, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Data Science, Proof of Concept (POC), Business Planning, Team Leadership, Web & Mobile Applications, Communication, Presentations, Business Plan Consulting, Project Scoping, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, IT Consulting, IT Strategy, Information Systems, Project Planning, Software Development, Technical Consulting, Competitive Strategy, Innovation Strategy, Design Requirements, Innovation, Brand Marketing, SaaS, Automation, eCommerce, Artificial Intelligence Product Manager, Data Product Manager, Data Products, Data Science Product Manager, Product Roadmaps, B2B, Prototyping, Product Delivery, Backlog Grooming, Backlog Management, Feature Backlog Prioritization, Requirements & Specifications, Website CMS, WordPress, Technical Leadership, Website Optimization, Business Analysis, Product Ownership, Project Timelines, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Mobile Apps, Content Management Systems (CMS), Early-stage Startups, Resource Allocation, Automation Tools, HTML, HTML5, Websites, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), Technology Strategy & Architecture, Pitch Decks, Discovery Workshops, Estimation & Planning, Social Media, Strategy, Technology Consulting, Consulting, Market Research, Solution Architecture, User Stories, Estimations, Negotiation, Go-to-market Strategy, Community, Community Development, Community Growth, Revenue Strategy, Management, Data Analytics, Data Analysis, Information Security, Organizational Development, IT Infrastructure, Front-end Development, Product Owner, Software Project Management, B2B Product Management, Organizational Behavior (OB), Systems Engineering, APIs, Startup Funding, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Cost Estimation, Project Budget Management, API Integration, REST APIs, CRM Systems, Mobile, Databases, MySQL, Natural Language Processing (NLP), PHP, Retail & Wholesale, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Computer Vision, Fundraising, Product Launch, CEO, Cybersecurity, Seed Fundraising, Mobile Applications, Robotics, Web, Management Consulting, Notion, Research, User Validation, Data Management, Analytics, Data Governance, Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), User Experience (UX), Conceptualization, Ideation, MVP Design, Roadmaps, Wireframing, Product Design, UX Design, User-centered Design (UCD), Enterprise, Chatbot Conversation Design, Large Language Models (LLMs), Python, Risk Management
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