Ryan Gabe Thomas, PMP Portfolio

About Ryan Thomas

Ryan Gabe Thomas Portfolio - Product Manager and Venture Capital

Who I Am - Product Manager & Venture Capitalist

Welcome! I’m Ryan, a dedicated Product Manager and Venture Capital Associate, deeply rooted in the bustling tech ecosystem of San Francisco, California.

My journey in product management has been marked by a relentless pursuit of crafting impeccable product strategies. I take pride in overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from the initial ideation phase to the final implementation. My hands-on approach ensures that every product not only meets but exceeds market expectations, creating tangible value for users.

Venturing into the realm of Corporate Venture Capital, I’ve honed my skills as an Investment Associate. This role has seen me scout for potential game-changing investments, manage diverse portfolios with precision, and continuously analyze market trends to ensure our investments are always a step ahead. My analytical approach is further enriched by my deep understanding of digital marketing, ensuring that every investment is not just sound but also market-ready.

My background is a fusion of business strategy and technological innovation. I believe in data-driven decision-making, and my expertise in project management and User Experience (UX) design ensures that every project I undertake is both user-centric and aligned with business objectives.

Being based in San Francisco, a global epicenter for tech innovation, I’m constantly surrounded by fresh ideas and disruptive technologies. This environment keeps me inspired and always eager to learn, adapt, and innovate. As I look forward to my next challenge, I’m keen on opportunities where I can blend my product management skills with my venture capital insights, driving growth and innovation.”

21+

Years Experience

50+

Projects

8

Exits

16

Digital Transformations

Experience

Product
Management


  • Product Strategy
  • Data Analysis
  • Business Development
  • Product Development
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Prioritization
  • Go-To-Market (GTM)
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Product Strategy
  • Strategic Planning
  • Collaboration
  • Business Process Mapping (BPM)
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • MS Visio

Corporate
Venture Capital


  • Sourcing
  • Investing
  • Market Analysis
  • Networking
  • Financial Analysis
  • Due Diligence
  • Board of Directors
  • Startup Ecosystem
  • Portfolio Management
  • 6 M&A
  • 29 Investments
  • 8 exits
  • $20M AUM
  • $15M ROI

Project
Management


  • Project Plan
  • Resource Management
  • Risk Management
  • Budget Management
  • Time Management
  • Change Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Project Scope
  • Motivation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Documentation
  • MS Project

Agile


  • Product Roadmap
  • Sprint Planning
  • Customer Focus
  • Adaptable
  • Prioritization
  • Scrum
  • Kanban
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Business Acumen
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Team Management
  • Data Analysis
  • JIRA
  • VersionOne

UX
Design


  • User Research
  • Journey Mapping
  • Personas
  • Wireframes
  • Prototypes
  • Usability Testing
  • Empathy
  • Critical Thinking
  • Information Architecture
  • Accessibility
  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • Mural
  • Sketch

Technical
Skills


  • Python
  • Web Development
  • App Development
  • SQL
  • XML
  • APIs
  • Databases
  • Oracle
  • Cloud Computing
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Business Intelligence
  • Salesforce
  • Fidessa Capstone (Minerva, Sentinel)
  • Fidelity MSP, Empower

Awards

Top Fintech Accelerators

Issued by eFinancial Careers · Apr 2017

The Innovators 2022 - Best Financial Innovation Labs

Issued by Global Finance Magazine · Apr 2022

Star Award - Top Performer

Wells Fargo · Feb 2022