Hans Grangroth
Menahga
Summary
Dynamic Senior Product Manager with a proven track record at Gradient AI, driving product strategy and execution for AI-driven solutions. Expert in Agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration, I leverage my Lean Six Sigma certification to enhance product quality and market position, delivering impactful results that elevate customer satisfaction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Manager
Gradient AI
Boston
01.2023 - Current
- Lead product strategy and execution for AI-driven insurance renewal software, leveraging machine learning to optimize underwriting and decision-making processes.
- Define and prioritize epics, features, and user stories in Jira to align development with business objectives.
- Partner with stakeholders across business, design, and engineering to deliver impactful product enhancements.
- Develop and implement strategies that improve market position, reduce costs, and elevate product quality while supporting company goals.
Product Manager
CodeLogic
San Francisco
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed end-to-end product lifecycle for CodeLogic’s Software Intelligence platform, driving innovation and technical excellence.
- Translated complex business needs into actionable product requirements, user stories, and roadmaps.
- Collaborated with UI/UX, development, and business teams to deliver new features through Agile ceremonies including sprint planning and retrospectives.
- Developed product strategies that strengthened market differentiation and customer retention.
Product Owner / Manager
Mingle Health
Sandy
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Owned Mingle Health’s cloud-based MIPS Solutions product line, driving product vision and prioritization.
- Gathered and analyzed voice-of-customer insights, translating them into user stories and product features.
- Designed and presented mock-ups and prototypes to guide development and align stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitated Agile sprint cycles, retrospectives, and demos to ensure on-time and value-driven releases.
Product Owner
Wolters Kluwer
St. Cloud
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Directed product strategy for SaaS-based commercial and mortgage software solutions.
- Conducted customer discovery sessions and site visits to capture real-world insights for roadmap planning.
- Defined product vision and roadmap in alignment with strategic objectives and client needs.
- Advocated for continuous improvement and client satisfaction as the primary liaison between business and development teams.
Product Manager
Thomson Reuters
Plymouth
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed Enterprise GRC and GRC On Demand product lines supporting 300+ enterprise clients.
- Guided definition of product strategy, roadmap, and feature development across multiple departments.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure SaaS solutions using Java, Oracle, and DB2.
- Strengthened cross-functional collaboration to enhance feature delivery and customer value.
Software Architect / Developer
Paisley Consulting / Thomson Reuters
Cokato
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Designed and implemented Sarbanes-Oxley compliance software for Fortune 1000 clients.
- Led technical design and communication between business stakeholders and development teams.
- Developed innovative, cost-effective software features that provided organization-wide compliance visibility.
- Created reports and analyses demonstrating ROI and performance outcomes for potential clients.
Software Developer
IT Rearch
St. Louis Park
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Developed custom software solutions using C++, Microsoft Visual FoxPro, and Clipper.
- Delivered efficient, maintainable code supporting multiple enterprise client systems.
Education
Associate Degree - Computer Programming
Interstate Business College
Fargo, ND01.1995
Skills
- Client development and engagement
- Agile and SDLC leadership
- Software solution implementation
- Root cause analysis
- Product strategy and roadmapping
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified
- Pragmatic marketing professional certified
- Scrum Product Owner certified
- Jira proficiency
- Confluence proficiency
- Miro proficiency
- Balsamiq proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Agile software processes expertise
- Industry-specific application skills
Certifications And Technical Skills
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Certified Pragmatic Marketing Professional
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
- Proficient in Jira, Confluence, Miro, Balsamiq, Microsoft Office Suite
- Skilled in Agile software processes and various industry-specific applications.
Timeline
Senior Product Manager
Gradient AI
01.2023 - Current
Product Manager
CodeLogic
01.2021 - 01.2022
Product Owner / Manager
Mingle Health
01.2016 - 01.2021
Product Owner
Wolters Kluwer
01.2012 - 01.2016
Product Manager
Thomson Reuters
01.2009 - 01.2012
Software Architect / Developer
Paisley Consulting / Thomson Reuters
01.1998 - 01.2008
Software Developer
IT Rearch
01.1995 - 01.1998
Associate Degree - Computer Programming
Interstate Business College