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Lori Malzone

Tampa,FL

Summary

Product development leader with a proven track record at Speedline Team, leveraging design thinking and data-driven decision-making to enhance user satisfaction and reduce time-to-market. Skilled in cross-functional leadership and customer needs assessment. I foster team collaboration and drive innovative solutions that elevate product offerings and organizational success. Experienced with managing complex product development lifecycles to deliver market-ready solutions. Utilizes strategic planning and innovative thinking to drive product success. Track record of fostering cross-functional collaboration and ensuring timely project execution.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Product Development

Speedline Team
06.1998 - 05.2025
  • Supported staff development, promoting personal achievement and retention as best strategy for long-term organizational health.
  • Drove customer-centric design principles throughout the development process, ensuring high levels of user satisfaction upon product release.
  • Evaluated competitor offerings to identify opportunities for differentiation and capitalize on market trends.
  • Reduced time-to-market for new products by optimizing project management tools and strategies.
  • Enhanced product development processes by streamlining workflow in a 60,000 sq ft. factory.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.

Assistant Softball Coach

University of San Diego California
06.1995 - 05.1998
  • Provided effective physical training and conditioning to meet player position requirements and team needs.
  • Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans, resulting in improved team performance and winning records.
  • Built relationships with local high school coaches for recruiting purposes, attracting talented athletes to join our college program.
  • Implemented video analysis tools during practices, enhancing player understanding of techniques and game situations.
  • Scouted opposing teams to gather valuable insights, enabling the development of effective defensive strategies for upcoming games.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Biology

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Associate of Science - Biology

Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
06.1990

Skills

  • Supply chain optimization
  • Design thinking
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Product enhancement
  • Product design
  • Pricing strategy
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent communication
  • Team leadership
  • Creative thinking
  • Customer relationship management

Timeline

Director of Product Development

Speedline Team
06.1998 - 05.2025

Assistant Softball Coach

University of San Diego California
06.1995 - 05.1998

Some College (No Degree) - Biology

San Diego State University

Associate of Science - Biology

Pasadena City College
Lori Malzone