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Michael D. Ross-Corbett

Michael D. Ross-Corbett

Summary

Strategic Product Manager with over seven years of experience leading end-to-end product development, market research, and customer-driven innovation within SaaS and service-focused environments. Proven ability to oversee complex product suites, manage cross-functional teams, and translate insights into actionable growth strategies. Adept at lifecycle management, performance forecasting, P&L analysis, and enhancing the customer experience through scalable solutions.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Manager & Market Researcher

Portland Marketing Analytics (PortMA)
09.2021 - Current
  • Spearheaded the full-cycle development of RecapIQ from concept to launch, defining the product vision, leading cross-functional teams, and building a scalable SaaS analytics platform that transformed how clients measure marketing performance.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to shape product direction, integrating findings into new functionality and usability improvements, resulting in a 40% increase in subscriptions.
  • Manage large-scale survey projects, develop field methodologies, and create insights from event marketing programs.
  • Oversee budget-aligned product initiatives, driving growth through pricing strategy, market differentiation, and campaign analytics.
  • Write and present internal documentation and training to optimize platform use across acquisition teams and stakeholders.

Customer Sales Associate

The Sherwin-Williams Company
08.2016 - 03.2020
  • Generated over $300,000 in sales annually through consultative sales, relationship management, and needs-based product positioning.
  • Led operational initiatives to streamline inventory systems and improve training outcomes, contributing to customer satisfaction and margin growth.
  • Served as a product expert to customers, ensuring clear communication and effective delivery of solutions tailored to client needs and project specifications.

Petty Officer Second Class

United States Coast Guard (USCG)
08.2007 - 08.2015
  • Oversaw the ordnance programs supporting 12 stations and cutters across Northern New England with accountability for budgeting, compliance, and distribution.
  • Led inventory and training systems for weapons management, improving efficiency by 35% and increasing qualification rates by 42%.
  • Developed operational frameworks for workforce training and inventory systems, boosting effectiveness and readiness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
05.2021

Honor Graduate - Advanced Gunner’s Mate School

United States Coast Guard
Yorktown, VA
06-2008

Leadership And Management

United States Coast Guard
Boston, MA
03-2011

Skills

  • Product Lifecycle Management & Strategy
  • Customer Insight & Experience Design
  • Market Research & Competitive Analysis
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Pricing Strategy & Forecasting
  • Agile Product Development
  • Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Collaboration

Volunteer Leadership

Product Development and Management Association (PDMA)
Board of Directors / Conference Chair
2024 – Present

  • Oversee the operational logistics, programming, and marketing of the annual PDMA Ignite Innovation Summit, a 250+ attendee international event.


  • Leads cross-functional sub-committees focused on developing the strategic vision and direction of PDMA’s organizational outreach, partnerships, and engagement initiatives.


Lake Arrowhead Community (LAC)
Board of Trustees
2023 – Present

  • Drive infrastructure upgrades, recreational programming, and member engagement efforts across a 1,200+ home HOA.


  • Manage planning and execution of capital improvement projects, community events, and service contracts with local vendors.

Timeline

Product Manager & Market Researcher

Portland Marketing Analytics (PortMA)
09.2021 - Current

Customer Sales Associate

The Sherwin-Williams Company
08.2016 - 03.2020

Petty Officer Second Class

United States Coast Guard (USCG)
08.2007 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Southern Maine

Honor Graduate - Advanced Gunner’s Mate School

United States Coast Guard

Leadership And Management

United States Coast Guard