Anar Shah — Product Manager
Welcome to my professional journey! As a seasoned Tech and E-commerce leader, I bring over 20 years of expertise to the industry. I am a Senior Product Leader, driving global impact through strategic product management, AI/ML innovation, and transformative leadership. In my role at Amazon, I've successfully led the global expansion of Alexa Shopping's categories, elevating revenue across 41 countries. My focus on strategic business expansion, AI-driven personalization, and operational excellence has resulted in a remarkable 52% YoY increase in Monthly Active Users (MAU) and a substantial 36% YoY growth in conversion rate. Beyond business expansion, my career is marked by high-impact growth strategies, product transformation leadership, and a customer-first mindset. At Yahoo!, I led the transformation of top-tier Yahoo products by leveraging machine learning to improve content relevance, resulting in a 56% increase in engagement and a 32% rise in repeat customers. My expertise extends to product execution, with achievements in AI-powered deal optimization, driving a 24% increase in purchasers through personalized offers. I've also pioneered the use of predictive models and segmentation algorithms to launch global products that led to an 18% increase in customer visits and a 27% enhancement in satisfaction scores. As a product management leader, I've consistently delivered innovations rooted in data science, machine learning, and user engagement best practices. I'm especially passionate about integrating AI/ML into the full product lifecycle to enhance decision-making, personalize experiences at scale, and unlock new business opportunities. I hold an MBA from the Sloan School of Management at MIT and an MS in Computer Science, where I developed a strong technical foundation in algorithms, AI, and software systems. My goal is to leverage my extensive experience in product management, strategy, applied AI/ML, customer experience, and marketing to continue driving transformative growth. I'm committed to harnessing emerging technologies, fostering innovation, and ensuring a customer-centric approach in all phases of product development. If you're looking for a dynamic, results-oriented leader with a proven track record in global product management and a passion for AI-driven innovation, let’s connect! I'm open to networking, collaborations, and exploring new opportunities. Feel free to reach out for a conversation on how we can achieve remarkable results together!
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in E-commerce and AI-driven product management.
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Experience: 22 yrs 9 mos
Skills
- Product Management
- Ai/ml Innovation
- Customer Experience
- User Engagement
- Revenue Generation
Career Highlights
- Led global expansion of Alexa Shopping across 41 countries.
- Achieved 52% YoY increase in Monthly Active Users.
- Pioneered AI/ML integration for personalized customer experiences.
Work Experience
MIT Sloan School of Management
Steering Committee Member, MIT Sloan Product Management Community Of Practice (7 mos)
MIT Sloan Club of Northern California
Board Member (2 yrs 2 mos)
Michaels Stores
Group Product Manager - Seller Tools and Seller Experience (2 yrs 2 mos)
Amazon
Senior Conversational AI/ML Product & Strategy Leader (2 yrs)
Yahoo
Sr Manager, Product Management, Strategy, Personalization & Customer Experience (5 yrs)
Manager, Product Management, Customer Experience (3 yrs)
Principal Product Manager - Social Networking, Yahoo! Open Strategy and Emerging Markets (3 yrs)
eBay
Product Lead - Shipping Labels (Seller Experience) (2 yrs 2 mos)
Sr. Product Manager, Seller Tools (Advanced Selling) (5 yrs 4 mos)
Education
Master of Business Administration - Executive MBA at MIT Sloan School of Management
Cross-registrant for elective courses at Harvard University
Master of Science at Kennesaw State University - Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Engineering at L.D. College of Engineering
