Christian M. Koch

Product Owner

Product and project leader with experience directing customer-facing technical initiatives across distributed engineering teams, data-intensive products, and emerging technologies. Skilled at translating complex and evolving requirements into actionable plans, coordinating cross-functional delivery, managing executive stakeholders, and translating complex technical requirements into actionable plans. Recent work has centered on Business-to-business Software-as-a-Service growth, facilitation of development efforts across diverse teams, resource management, and revenue growth through contract negotiations. These opportunities have honed an expertise in communication across contexts and with stakeholders at all levels while simultaneously broadening technological proficiencies. This experience is combined with a detail-oriented work ethic and aptitude for continuous professional development.

Experience

Springfield International Human Rights Outreach

VP of Global Communications • Oct, 2013 — Present

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United Nations Human Rights Council

Director of Digital Strategy • Jun, 2010 — Sept, 2013

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Springfield Women & Children's Center

Communications Coordinator • Jun, 2008 — May, 2010

Led communication efforts across digital and traditional media channels for marketing and public relations, internal communication strategies, and coordinated support programs for the recipients of the center's services.

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Arts, Human Rights • 2004 — 2008

Summa Cumme Laude graduate

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Springfield High School

High School Diploma • 2004

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Projects

jazznotes.io

Founder & Primary Developer • 2012 — Present

Jazz Notes is an open source node/ember app that helps you keep track of your music compositions and new ideas.

Springfield Community Outreach Group

Co-Founder & Organizer • 2007 — Present

SCOG is a local monthly meetup in Springfield where we share opportunities to volunteer in the community and organize support for families and neighborhoods in need of assistance that the community can provide.

Skills

Organizational leadership

I have several years of experience leading organziations from community groups to business departments. From public speaking, to mentoring, to coordination of people and events, I can lead in any context.

Communications strategy

Content and marketing strategy,

Digital content development and creation

Copy writing, graphic design, web design, front-end web development, print design

Recognition

Outstanding Achievement

Springfield Young Professionals • 2010, 2014

Awarded the Outstanding Achievement award for contributions made to the community and professional accomplishments.