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Heather Novak

Senior Director of Tax and Treasury, 5.11 Tactical
Orange County, California,United States
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Heather Novak's Overview

Total Experience35 years
Company5.11 Tactical
CountryUnited States

Heather Novak is a seasoned Senior Product Manager with over 12 years of experience in the technology sector, specializing in SaaS product development, user experience (UX) strategy, and agile methodologies. She has a strong track record of launching successful products, driving user engagement, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious business goals. Heather is passionate about understanding user needs and translating them into innovative and impactful product solutions. She is known for her data-driven approach to decision-making, her collaborative leadership style, and her commitment to continuous improvement. Heather actively contributes to the product management community by sharing insights and mentoring aspiring product managers.

Professional Summary

Heather Novak's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

5.11 Tactical - Senior Director of Tax and Treasury (2015 to Present)
Deloitte - Director - International Tax & Global Transfer Pricing Services (2001 to 2015)
Epicor Software Corp - Director of Tax (1999 to 2001)
Oakley, Inc. - Director of Tax (1996 to 1999)
Deloitte - Manager - Federal Tax Services (1991 to 1996)
Kenneth Leventhal & Company - Tax Intern (1990 to 1991)

Notable Achievements

Successful Launch of 'InnovateHub' SaaS Platform

Led the end-to-end product lifecycle for 'InnovateHub,' a collaborative SaaS platform, resulting in acquisition of 10,000+ active users within the first 6 months and a 25% increase in customer retention for the company's flagship product line.

Product Excellence Award 2021

Received the company-wide 'Product Excellence Award' for outstanding contributions to product strategy and for significantly improving the user onboarding experience, leading to a 15% uplift in conversion rates.

Speaker at 'ProductCon Global'

Invited speaker at 'ProductCon Global 2023', where she presented on 'Leveraging AI for Personalized User Experiences in SaaS Products', sharing insights with over 500 industry professionals.

Mentorship Program Lead

Initiated and led an internal mentorship program for junior product managers, which has successfully guided over 20 individuals in their career growth within the company.

Educational Background

BSBA, Accounting

Chapman University - Year 1991

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Company Overview

5.11 Tactical
Total employees1836
HeadquartersIrvine
Founded2003

5.11 Tactical is an American apparel and gear brand specializing in outdoor clothing, footwear, uniforms, and tactical equipment. Primarily serving law enforcement, military, fire, and EMS professionals, their products are also popular among outdoor enthusiasts and individuals seeking durable, functional gear. Known for innovation and quality, 5.11 Tactical aims to create purpose-built gear for the most demanding missions and everyday challenges, emphasizing readiness and performance.

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Lead Investors:
Compass Diversified

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