Hi, I'm Michael!
I apply an outcomes-driven approach to guide and lead cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, from ideation to launch to optimization. I leverage my skills in voice of the customer, product discovery, digital strategy, project management, and product development to identify opportunities, develop user-centric features, and drive real-world value for pilots and aviation professionals.
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Above all I thrive on bringing people together, building ecosystems of value, and delivering products that people love.
Michael Shama
Passionate Product Manager: Turning Ideas into Reality with Confidence
My mission is to create products that enhance the safety, efficiency, profitability, and sustainability of aviation operations. I currently lead the dynamic mobile flight planning and inflight solutions product team.
EXPERIENCE
2022 - Present
Product Manager
Aircraft Performance Group
As the Product Lead for NaviGuard, Genesis PRO, RocketRoute, and iPreFlight3, I oversee the discovery, design, demonstration, and delivery of these exceptional products for pilots and operators worldwide. Working alongside an incredible team, we continuously build and innovate to create solutions that meet the needs of our clients, helping them do what they love to do: FLY!
2018 - 2022
Head of Operations
Autonomous Command
As a professional consultant, I specialized in providing services for the development and deployment of unmanned systems for land, marine, and air. My expertise facilitated building regional corporate partnerships to deliver integrated smart systems.
Building regional partnerships for corporate and governmental cooperation for delivering integrated smart systems.
2015 - 2018
Contract Operations Manager & Pilot
Contracted
Established flight operations to support a multi-aircraft operation operating from multiple airbases in South Africa, Liberia, Namibia, and Mozambique.
EDUCATION
2023
Scrum Product Owner
Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)
Credential ID: 1761169
2006
Leadership
British Army Officer Training
Responsible for the recruitment, training, and platoon management.
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2001 - 2004
Bachelor Degree
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Journalism & Media Studies, specialising in New Media
SKILLS
Product Management
Scrum
Project Management
Product Ownership
Team Leadership
Strategic Vision