KOLADE OGUNADE

– Lead Agile delivery across multiple cross-functional teams, improving delivery flow, reducing dependencies, and enabling consistent execution across Al-enabled and experimentation-driven initiatives. – Translated complex Al and product initiatives into clear, structured delivery plans, aligning Product, Engineering, Data Science, and Editorial teams around shared outcomes. – Enabled delivery of Al-powered products, including a conversational chatbot for Bon Appétit using OpenAl, coordinating cross-team workflows, system integration, and iterative experimentation. – Established and optimised Agile practices across teams, improving sprint predictability, backlog clarity, and release coordination in a multi-team environment. – Embed delivery frameworks that support Al-enabled moderation and user-generated content workflows for Vogue Open Call and Dogue, enabling scalable and controlled content ingestion. – Coordinated delivery of Al-powered gallery recirculation experiences for Vogue in partnership with Firsthand.ai, ensuring smooth integration of external Al tooling and alignment across teams. – Drove experimentation-led delivery across subscription platforms for GQ and Condé Nast Traveller, enabling continuous optimisation and contributing to £1.1M+ revenue uplift. – Improved platform reliability and release quality for the Epicurious app, increasing crash-free sessions from 95% to 99.5% and reducing App Store complaints through stronger release governance. – Supported delivery of high-traffic editorial experiences for Oscars coverage on Vogue, improving performance including reducing reload rates by 23% while maintaining delivery stability. – Enabled delivery and continuous improvement of The New Yorker Puzzle & Games platform, improving engagement and repeat usage across web and app experiences.

– Led Agile delivery across cross-functional teams, improving coordination, delivery predictability, and execution across multiple digital products and platforms. – Enabled delivery of the New Yorker homepage redesign, aligning multiple teams and supporting improved engagement contributing to a Webby People's Voice Award (2025). – Supported delivery of personalisation and recirculation systems, including "For You" modules, improving content discovery through iterative delivery and experimentation. – Facilitated delivery of new content formats including vertical storytelling experiences for Vogue and Vanity Fair, enabling scalable production and faster iteration. – Coordinated delivery of the AD PRO Directory expansion, enabling new marketplace capabilities and supporting ~$1M annual revenue generation. – Supported subscription growth initiatives, enabling delivery of features contributing to revenue growth from $2.9M to $4.2M. – Drove coordination across platform unification and system migration programmes, reducing fragmentation and improving delivery efficiency. – Introduced and embedded Agile delivery practices across teams, improving sprint planning, backlog management, and delivery flow. – Managed cross-team dependencies and delivery planning, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall execution.

– Led Agile delivery across digital transformation programmes, improving sprint execution, delivery predictability, and team coordination. – Coached teams on Scrum and Kanban practices, improving workflow visibility and enabling more efficient delivery. – Implemented Kanban systems to optimise flow, reduce work-in-progress, and improve end-to-end delivery visibility. – Facilitated Agile ceremonies, ensuring alignment and continuous improvement across teams. – Delivered Agile and Design Thinking workshops, improving delivery maturity and team collaboration.

– Completed structured training in Business Analysis, SQL, testing methodologies, and requirements engineering. – Supported client engagements across banking and enterprise transformation programmes.

– Improved workforce planning processes through centralised workflow design, increasing operational efficiency. – Developed reporting frameworks for headcount planning and resource allocation across technology teams. – Created governance structures and documentation, improving consistency and visibility across delivery operations.

– Supported programme governance through milestone tracking, reporting, and steering committee coordination. – Developed compliance dashboards supporting audit and regulatory requirements.

– Managed high-volume third-party partnership sales pipeline, generating and qualifying 100+ leads per month. – Delivered product demonstrations and stakeholder presentations to senior decision-makers. – Improved conversion rates through tailored solution positioning and consultative sales approach. – Built long-term client relationships driving repeat revenue opportunities.