
Nikolina Lukac
Product Owner | Project Manager | CSPO®
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Split, Croatia
Freelance
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About me
Intro
From mastering new technologies to working on cutting-edge projects, working in IT gave me the opportunity I needed to learn new things and grow. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed a diverse range of projects, each presenting unique challenges and team structures. What drives me is bringing motivated people together and delivering products that are not only functional but also meaningful, interesting, and creative. I am excited to continue working on software projects for years to come.
Work experience
Product Owner
Blank
Sep 2023 - Oct 2025
2 years 2 months
Designed and led product discovery sessions, including user interviews, workshops, and prototypes, to define clear product goals and expected outcomes Owned and developed the product roadmap, translating business objectives into structured development phases Collected and analysed user and stakeholder feedback to refine requirements and set development priorities; used visitor vs. registration metrics, heatmaps, and drop-off page analysis to find bottlenecks and plan feature improvements Worked closely with UX/UI designers to map user journeys, focusing on the steps that deliver the most value and provide a smooth experience; tested two prototypes and collected survey feedback to support design choices Collaborated with clients from the USA, Europe, and Dubai, and managed distributed teams across Europe and Asia, ensuring coordinated delivery across time zones Worked directly with engineering teams, with a solid understanding of system architectures, APIs, and development process Prioritised features using the MoSCoW framework, defining clear scopes for each release cycle Managed products with international user bases, supporting both cryptocurrency and standard currency payments to meet different market needs Mentored and supported product team members, helping improve backlog management and prioritisation Led the adoption of Agile practices within the project to improve collaboration, delivery timelines, and transparency
Project Manager
Devla
May 2022 - May 2023
1 year 1 month
Split, Croatia
Worked with international clients to shape early product concepts, turning complex ideas into structured project plans Led discovery sessions and applied methods such as Eventstorming and user story mapping to clarify requirements and define product features for development teams Set up and maintained Agile delivery processes across distributed teams, using Scrum and Kanban to keep priorities clear and roadmaps realistic Managed sprint activities, ensuring projects stayed on track while balancing business goals with team capacity Acted as the main point of contact for all project communication, coordinating between clients, leadership, and internal teams through each delivery stage Collaborated closely with development and design teams to build and maintain products, ensuring technical specifications and designs were implemented as planned Oversaw blockchain-based projects and NFT drops, working with stakeholders to plan and execute launches effectively
Project Manager
Semantix
May 2021 - May 2022
1 year 1 month
Split, Croatia
Managed enterprise content localization workflows for LEGO® and Meta/Facebook, ensuring projects were delivered on time and to agreed quality standards Planned and coordinated digital workflows, maintaining smooth client communication and clear information flow across teams Tracked KPIs and ensured compliance with enterprise content standards to support content readiness and consistent quality Oversaw project timelines and budgets, keeping delivery efficient and within agreed scope Maintained strong collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and keep projects moving
Toto Travel agency
Apr 2017 - May 2021
4 years 2 months
Split, Croatia
Business Operations and Project Manager
Jan 2019 - May 2021
2 years 5 months
Split, Croatia
Developed and executed sales and marketing strategies that increased customer acquisition Led the company’s rebranding and website redevelopment, improving digital visibility and customer experience Introduced and optimised CRM and reservation systems to speed up customer service and daily operations Recruited, mentored, and managed the sales and marketing team Tested and implemented new organizational tools and systems to improve internal workflows and communication
Travel Agent
Apr 2017 - Jan 2019
1 year 10 months
Split, Croatia
Sold boat and land tours, adventure packages and boat charters to domestic and international clients Managed reservations and bookings, prepared offers, receipts, and customer itineraries, ensuring smooth and accurate travel arrangements Handled travel documentation preparation for clients in line with regulatory requirements Maintained client communication across multiple channels, providing high-quality customer service to both domestic and foreign clients Managed social media accounts to promote tours and engage with potential and existing customers
AIESEC
Sep 2012 - Jul 2014
1 year 11 months
Split, Croatia
Vice President for Specialized Units
May 2013 - Jul 2014
1 year 3 months
Split, Croatia
Volunteering at an international organization entirely run by youth for youth.
Coordinator for Talent Management
Sep 2012 - May 2013
9 months
Split, Croatia
Education
Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism - University of Split
Bachelor's degree, Tourism and Travel Services Management
Licenses & certifications
Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)
Issued: Jan 2026
Advanced Google Analytics
Issued: Sep 2020