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Full-Time

Vice President of Product

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ActBlue

ActBlue

51-200 employees

Online fundraising platform for progressive causes

Government & Public Sector
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$235.1k - $321.9kAnnually

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Full-time remote position; travel may be required 1-2 times per year.

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Product Management
Marketing
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in Product Management with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
  • Expertise defining, building, and expanding B2B and B2C SaaS products, particularly those with a high volume of transactions.
  • 5+ years of demonstrated relationship management experience with vendors and partners to identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand the voice of the customer and design solutions to meet stakeholder needs.
  • A proven track record of driving long-term organizational and product strategy.
  • Ability to bridge the gap between business and technology, build trust with key stakeholders to inspire and align multiple teams, and deliver on strategic initiatives.
  • A history of cultivating an organization-wide understanding of and effective collaboration with Product as a strategic voice.
  • Expertise in continuous product discovery, a strong business sense, and a passion for problem solving.
  • Passion for people leadership, building high performing product management teams, and developing exceptional talent.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and articulate a clear and compelling product vision and strategy that aligns with the ActBlue’s overall goals and market opportunities.
  • Lead the development and prioritization of product roadmaps, ensuring a balance between short-term wins and long-term innovation.
  • Identify and analyze areas for exploration in order to diversify or deepen the ActBlue product offering, with an emphasis towards long-term vision.
  • Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and post-launch optimization.
  • Utilize data and analytics to inform product decisions, track key performance metrics, and drive continuous product improvement.
  • Ensure product offerings are aligned with customer needs and market demands, adjusting strategies as necessary to respond to changing dynamics.
  • Maintain strong relationships across departments to ensure that colleagues are driving towards shared outcomes across the organization.
  • Work closely with the C-suite and other senior leaders to communicate product strategy, progress, and performance, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
  • Partner with the engineering team to ensure product designs are feasible, scalable, and aligned with technological capabilities.
  • Collaborate with engineering to drive product development from concept through launch, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.
  • Partner with marketing and outreach teams to develop go-to-market strategies, positioning, and messaging that resonates with our customers.
  • Work with customer support and operations teams to ensure a seamless customer experience and ongoing product improvements based on user feedback.
  • Manage, coach, hire and retain excellent product managers, designers, and leaders across all levels of seniority, who own specialized domains and roadmaps.
  • Provide professional development for all direct reports (support feedback, regular check ins, goal setting, etc.).
  • Serve as the primary advocate for the product portfolio, effectively communicating product vision, strategy, and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and with key partners to showcase product leadership and innovation.

ActBlue provides online fundraising tools tailored for Democratic candidates, progressive organizations, and nonprofits. Founded in 2006, it focuses on empowering small-dollar donors and grassroots fundraising. The platform simplifies the donation process, making it user-friendly and optimized for mobile devices, which helps increase the number of successful donations. ActBlue charges a small fee for each transaction, allowing it to sustain operations while offering valuable services. Unlike many competitors, ActBlue specializes in political and nonprofit fundraising, making it a trusted resource for thousands of groups and millions of grassroots donors. The goal of ActBlue is to enhance the effectiveness of fundraising campaigns for its clients and support grassroots movements.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$32M

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

2001

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

-11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ActBlue's ability to raise significant funds quickly, as seen with the $6.2 million in donations after Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death, demonstrates its powerful influence and reach.
  • The platform's partnerships with local Democratic parties, like the Warren County Democratic Party, expand its network and potential for growth.
  • ActBlue's recent $12 million financing round indicates strong financial backing and potential for further development and expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on Democratic and progressive causes may limit ActBlue's market reach and potential client base.
  • Dependence on political cycles and events for fundraising spikes can lead to revenue volatility.

What makes ActBlue unique

  • ActBlue's focus on Democratic candidates and progressive causes sets it apart from other fundraising platforms that serve a broader political spectrum.
  • The platform's mobile optimization ensures high conversion rates, making it easier for supporters to donate on-the-go, unlike less mobile-friendly competitors.
  • ActBlue's integration with tools like Google Sheets and the introduction of donor badges for ActBlue Express users highlight its commitment to innovation and user engagement.

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