john.azzaro

About.

John in a Nutshell:

I'm a savvy, full-stack Product Manager with 10+ years of experience across Fintech, eCommerce, SaaS, data, and AI. I help founders and product teams bridge the gap between business, users, and technology to develop innovative products that delight both customers and businesses alike.

Professional Highlights:

Product Director at Rares, an award-winning SEC-regulated investment platform, shipping trading application, consignment, and AMS which enabled a 15.4% average annual return for users (35% above the industry benchmark).
Lead Product Manager at ARO Financial Tech, building hundreds of institutional-grade AI/ML-powered financial data products for family office, wealthtech, RIA Tech, and retail clients.

Potent Notables:

Offering product, innovation, and business services at Productypes.
Building AI-powered product and business apps in stealth mode.
Creating new product development systems, innovation processes, and local AI/ML/LLM solutions utilizing Granite, n8n, Paperclip, & OpenClaw.
Contributing to SVPMA, ProductTank and direct PM, PO, and SM coaching.
Sharing insights and engaging with my 14,000+ followers on LinkedIn.

Feedback.

west east

"Overall, he is an exceptional leader, communicator, and team player, and his contributions were critical to our success at Rares."

Senior Developer

Haeven K.

"He has a sharp eye for detail and a strong strategic mindset, always thinking several steps ahead, anticipating potential issues, and developing contingency plans to keep any project on track."

Senior UX/UI Designer

Nichole H.

"It's evident John is an excellent communicator and spearheads any project given in the right direction."

Graphic Designer

Jo J.

"John is arguably one of the most joyous and professional Product Managers I've connected with and have had the pleasure to work with. His demeanor, energy, and highly professional outlook are exactly what high-performing teams are in need of."

Senior Tech Recruiter

Ryan H.