About Me
Freelance/Consulting at lukewalsh.net
February 2023
● Launched two websites (lukewalsh.net and dev.lukewalsh.net)
● SEO, IT, and Product services for small businesses/sole proprietors.
Product Manager at FRONTSTEPS Austin, TX
June 2022 — February 2023
● Managed and fully stabilized $4M security software product line as PM (cross-functional GM)
● Stabilized the product line and reversed retention issues, with no additional Engineering or product resources.
● Aligned teams around “open hardware” strategy, leading to the most aggressive MRR projections in several years.
REALTOR at JBGoodwin
Austin, TX
May 2021 — June 2022
● Utilized various CRMs and SaaS tools for campaigns, communications, and follow-ups.
● Conducted dozens of buyer and seller presentations.
● Over a dozen transactions.
● Initiated a real estate podcast in Austin.
Consultant – Business Analyst/Operations at Instashowing, Inc.
Austin, TX
January 2021 — April 2021
● Completed swift (one week) migration to Hubspot Enterprise.
● Oversaw Google Workspace Admin and IT tasks.
● Presented company value prop to MLS boards, with dozens of Zoom meetings weekly.
Operations at The Cook’s Nook, Austin, TX
July 2020 — January 2021
● Managed operations for delivery of 3-5,000 prepared meals weekly to districts in need during Pandemic.
● Worked on various documentation and other projects to support CEO.
Director of Business Development at The Cook’s Nook
Austin, TX
February 2020 — April 2020
● Connect with Fortune 500 food and beverage companies for user testing at The Cook’s Nook facilities.
● Coronavirus Pandemic led to furlough and re-engineering of role.
REALTOR at Windermere
Eugene, OR
2017 — February 2020
● Utilized various CRMs and SaaS tools for campaigns, communications, and follow-ups.
● Conducted dozens of buyer and seller presentations.
● Partnered as Cabral & Walsh before moving to Austin, TX.
GM, Product and Operations at IDX Broker
Eugene, OR
May 2014 — August 2017
● Oversaw incredibly successful product scoping and launch of IDX Broker Platinum (Beta).
● Negotiated discount of tens of thousands to retain Google Maps API as mapping solution.
● Voted one of Oregon Business’s 100 Best Companies in 2015 and 2016.
● Voted one of The Oregonian’s Best Places to Work in 2016.
Director of Business Development at IDX Broker
Eugene, OR
May 2008 — May 2014
● Grew business over 100%+ YoY by growing and directing a successful web developer channel.
● Created SEO training videos for Realtors and developers to boost online visibility and leads.
● Set up initial knowledge base and support triage methods for enhanced customer satisfaction.
Senior Product Marketing Manager at Yahoo, Inc Eugene, OR/Sunnyvale, CA
March 2006 — May 2008
● Worked with PMM team to enhance Right Media network and prioritize opportunities.
● Authored PRDs for Network team alignment with strategic goals.
● Collaborated with IASH and European AOL teams to optimize inventory for premium ad sales, boosting revenue.