What I bring
to the table
Hey, I'm Colin Cooper 👋
I am an energetic and results-driven Product Manager with over 15 years of experience in delivering innovative digital products and a proven track record in leadership roles.
Throughout my career, I have gained invaluable insights into many facets of product management; from strategy and design to development and market launch.
Now, I provide high quality product management expertise on a flexible basis. Leaning on my experience, I rapidly adapt to new environments, tackling challenges to drive sustainable growth.
I have led startup product teams to achieve
globally recognised accreditations...
My areas
of expertise
Product Strategy
Conducting market research, developing the product vision and roadmap.
Product Development
Elaborating user stories, coordinating teams and driving execution.
Product Launch
Creating go-to-market strategies, supporting marketing and sales efforts.
Product Optimisation
Analysing product and team performance, enhancing the product lifecycle.
Happy teams &
leadership
Reimagined approach
As a founder with a demanding schedule, I needed someone who could make a difference with their expertise and confidence. Colin exceeded expectations, swiftly implementing a wave of positive changes.
All the skills
Colin has all the skills you would want in a product leader: smart, creative, pragmatic, with a solid understanding of technology and a flair for design.
A true catalyst
Vibrant enthusiasm, boundless passion, and exceptional skills have the remarkable power to propel teams to new heights. A true catalyst for team growth and success.
Work with him
I respect Colin immensely and encourage anyone that has the opportunity to work with him to jump in without a second thought.
Long-term success
Leading by example, Colin is willing to jump into the weeds to support the team, whilst also having the ability to build clear strategic plans and objectives to guide the team to long-term success. It is a pleasure to work with him.
Results-driven
A detail-oriented and results-driven leader who brings a unique combination of product expertise and business acumen to every project he tackles. He is passionate about creating innovative and highly improved products that meet the needs of customers, and is always willing to roll up his sleeves and get involved in the details.
Holistic leader
He has a user-first product approach without skipping any technical details. He puts attention to every single detail and makes sure no one on the team is left behind. The working environment becomes joyful and fulfilling with him.
An invaluable asset
An outstanding leader who brings out the best in individuals and teams. Exceptional product knowledge, visionary thinking, and a passion for growth, creating environments where people thrive. Committed to excellence and possessing the ability to inspire others. An invaluable asset.
Highest standards
The wider organisation holds Colin in the highest regard, not just because he upholds the highest standards of delivery but because he positively encourages and motivates all.
Sets the example
He is the example that I want all of the Product Managers I work with to measure up to.
Helps businesses grow
Very detail-oriented, extremely organised, design and user-centric product person that helps ideas and businesses grow. I recommend Colin to anyone that desires an authentic leader, that people appreciate and truly enjoy working with.
I feel very lucky
The sign of a great leader is the culture and environment that they leave behind. Without hesitation, our Product organisation is now infinitely better than what we had before. I consider myself very lucky to have a mentor to help guide me like Colin has, allowing me to flourish in the Product role.
Elite-level
Colin has both shown and taught us to be effectively deliberative in our approach to the market's needs. The level of engagement and thought that has gone into various ends of our platform is quite frankly, scary - but in the best way possible
Deep understanding
I have met few people during my career with such a deep understanding of the technological and commercial factors that grow digital products.
Detail-orientated
A fastidious attention to detail that is only equalled by his knowledge and willingness to help.
Getting started
is simple
Let me know how I can help...
Why it just works
Amazing ROI
Best-in-class expertise
at a startup-friendly price.
Rapid onboarding
Get immediate value and
skip lengthly recruitment.
Specialised
Working with product teams
is what I love to do.
External view
An experienced and
objective perspective.
Clear pricing
No haggling over salaries,
bonuses or perks.
Flexible service
Scale up or down
as required.
FAQs
Yes! You can book a call with me.
These are common scenarios that I have helped organisations overcome:
💡 Expertise requirement: when your team requires specialised skills, knowledge or experience to deliver an initiative at a high standard.
😵💫 Groupthink: providing your team with a fresh alternative opinion to counter groupthink and foster a culture of diversity.
📈 Overcapacity: when your team requires short-term additional capacity to keep up with demand. This ensures that initiatives stay on track and team members avoid burnout.
🤕 Unplanned absences: if a key team member is unexpectedly unavailable due to illness, personal reasons, or other unforeseen circumstances, I can fill in temporarily to maintain productivity and keep initiatives moving forward.
Not in a like-for-like manner.
Instead, I would position myself as an experienced and flexible option, who provides quality results on specific areas or activities for a limited amount of time.
You decide to use me because of a expertise requirement or capacity gap in your pre-existing team. This opportunity needs to be addressed faster than it takes to complete a sustainable recruitment process.
With that in mind, I can certainly save you from making a ill-advised permanent hire.
I would like to think so!
However, it's usually best to let other people do the talking.
You can also check out my experience on LinkedIn.
I am based in Alicante, Spain.
Due to the flexible nature of my service, and the wonderful Alicante sunshine 🌞, I am unable to provide day-to-day office or hybrid presence.
However, if it will be highly beneficial in the context of a project, I will of course travel to perform specific activities. A great example might be a product strategy workshop, where other team members will be attending in-person.
Both billing methodology (fixed fee vs. hourly vs. creative alternate) and rate is determined on a case-by-case basis.
The nature of the work is important to me. I am flexible, open to conversations and keen to commit to interesting opportunities.
Sure, you could, but you will miss out on the following advantages:
💰 Cost: avoid middle-man fees or paying to cover higher operational costs.
🌟 Quality: you will mean more to me than you do to a large agency.
🏆 Specialist: you know exactly who your team will be working with.
📈 Simplicity: fewer hoops to jump through to see results faster.
🔄 Continuity: dodge communication issues and inconsistencies. The Bus factor is mitigated by my extremely sustainable work practices.
Regardless of my current capacity, I am always open to connect or hear about potential projects. Feel free to reach out or book a call with me.
Yes, although it is no longer my only focus.
If you would like to explore coaching options for your product team, please reach out or book a call with me.
If you are looking for individual professional coaching or mentorship, feel free to book via ADPList.
