Promise Alade

Product Leader | Digital Transformation & Fintech Innovation

About

Accomplished and results-driven product leader with extensive experience in driving digital transformation and launching high-impact fintech products across diverse international markets. Specializing in financial inclusion and democratizing wealth-building opportunities, I leverage strategic vision and cross-functional leadership to deliver innovative API, mobile, and web solutions for B2B and B2C segments, positioning organizations for significant growth and sustainable impact on a global scale.

Work

Bluebulb Technology
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Head of Product

United Kingdom

Summary

Leading comprehensive product strategy and digital transformation across a group of fintech companies focused on cross-border payments, treasury management, and diversified financial services.

Highlights

Direct product strategy and execution for a portfolio of 8+ fintech entities including Rabafast (Canada MSB), SendOva (UK SPI), Chrisborough (Nigeria IMTO), Dynasty Microfinance Bank (Nigeria), Orbita (Treasury Management), Blackcod Asset Management, Zida Kredit, and Dollargram.

Spearhead digital transformation initiatives, optimizing end-to-end management of financial products for seamless cross-border payment sending and receiving.

Provide strategic leadership to diverse product teams, overseeing the development and launch of API, mobile, and web products tailored for B2B and B2C markets.

Drive market expansion and user acquisition strategies across international jurisdictions, contributing to the global growth of the group's financial services ecosystem.

Champion financial inclusion by developing and scaling products that provide accessible and efficient financial solutions to underserved communities globally.

Fincra Technologies
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Senior Product Manager

Canada

Summary

Managed the product roadmap and optimization for a B2B payment infrastructure company, enhancing collection, checkout, cross-border, and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) offerings.

Highlights

Optimized critical payment workflows, reducing processing time by a measurable margin and significantly improving user experience across 7+ currencies including NGN, UGX, GHS, KES, EUR, and USD.

Led the end-to-end development and successful launch of multiple new product offerings, directly contributing to a substantial increase in company revenue.

Drove product strategy and execution for B2B payment collection, checkout, cross-border transactions, and BaaS solutions, enhancing platform capabilities and market competitiveness.

Collaborated with engineering, sales, and operations teams to align product development with business objectives and market demands, ensuring timely delivery and adoption.

Assetbase LLC
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Co-Founder/Product Lead

United States

Summary

Co-founded and led product development for a marketplace facilitating access to alternative investment opportunities for retail investors in Africa and the diaspora.

Highlights

Championed the end-to-end development and launch of a groundbreaking exchange and marketplace for highly vetted alternative investment opportunities, including startups, real estate, and art.

Defined product vision, strategy, and roadmap, successfully bringing a complex financial platform from conception to market for retail investors in Africa and the diaspora.

Secured and onboarded a diverse selection of investment assets, expanding the platform's offerings and attracting a significant investor base.

Managed cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and operations, to ensure seamless product delivery and alignment with business objectives and market demand.

Risevest Technologies
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Senior Product Manager

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Directed the product evolution of an innovative asset management and investment platform, enabling individuals in Africa to access US Dollar-denominated assets.

Highlights

Managed the full product lifecycle for an innovative mobile and web app, facilitating investment in US Dollar-denominated assets (stocks, real estate, fixed income) for users across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and Uganda.

Drove feature development and enhancements based on user research and market analysis, significantly improving user engagement and retention on the platform.

Expanded the platform's investment offerings and geographical reach, contributing to increased Assets Under Management (AUM) and user base growth.

Collaborated with compliance, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure product features met regulatory standards and market needs, enhancing user trust and platform credibility.

LAFIAMI Health
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Product Manager

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Managed the complete product lifecycle for health insurance products designed for the informal sector, from market research to strategic implementation.

Highlights

Managed the full product lifecycle of health insurance products, from ideation to launch, specifically targeting the informal sector to expand healthcare access.

Led comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to inform product strategy, ensuring market fit and competitive advantage.

Orchestrated product implementation and delivery, coordinating efforts across internal teams and external partners to achieve key product goals and market penetration.

Developed and executed go-to-market strategies, contributing to the successful adoption and growth of health insurance offerings within the informal sector.

Stanforte Edge LTD/ Project Enable Africa
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Project/Programs Manager

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Designed and led digital inclusion and empowerment programs for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria, fostering innovation and community impact.

Highlights

Designed and led the successful implementation of a Business Support Program for Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria, empowering beneficiaries through skill development and economic opportunities.

Directed the Project Team from ideation to completion for the first Disability Inclusion Hub in Africa, securing funding from the Google Impact Challenge and establishing a vital resource center.

Conceived and executed the First Disability Inclusion Hackathon in Nigeria, supported by the United States Consulate, Lagos, leading to the creation of viable and inclusive digital products like Vinsighte and TheraConnect.

Managed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including Google and the U.S. Consulate, to secure resources and amplify program reach and impact.

MTN
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Coordinator, Major Incident and Problem Management

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Coordinated major incident and problem management for a leading telecommunication company, focusing on service reliability and product innovation.

Highlights

Implemented proactive measures that successfully reduced the annual incident rate by 30% within 3 months, significantly improving network stability and service uptime.

Contributed to the research and development of an innovative mobile product that aggregated various network services, enhancing user access and experience.

Streamlined incident response protocols and problem resolution processes, minimizing service disruptions and improving operational efficiency.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of incidents and implement long-term solutions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Education

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science

Science

Languages

English

Certificates

Product Management Nanodegree

Issued By

Udacity

Professional Scrum Master (PSM I)

Issued By

Scrum.org

Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner

Issued By

IBM

ITIL Foundation

Issued By

Axelos

Technology for Product Managers

Issued By

LinkedIn

Product-led Certification

Issued By

Pendo.io

UX Research for Agile Teams

Issued By

LinkedIn