Tamika Leslie

About

I partner with startups and scale-ups navigating complex, high-stakes problem spaces—bringing fractional product leadership without the overhead. I specialize in organizations where product success depends on navigating regulatory constraints, technical complexity, and stakeholder density. My background spans healthcare tech, platform modernization, API ecosystems, and zero-to-one marketplace launches—environments where ambiguity is the default and alignment is everything. What I bring: 10+ years leading product in regulated industries (healthcare SaaS, fintech-adjacent spaces, enterprise platforms) Platform & API strategy expertise: Led Service Bus Platform modernization for healthcare SaaS serving thousands of medical professionals, enabling enterprise-grade interoperability across core systems Zero-to-one founder experience: Built and launched a multi-sided marketplace from scratch—reached 2,500+ users in 3 months, secured 25+ strategic partnerships, learned how to operate with constraints Chaos navigator: I bring structure to undefined spaces, translate technical depth into stakeholder-ready decisions, and align cross-functional teams around shared outcomes I work with teams at different stages—early-stage founders who need to move from idea to traction quickly, and scale-ups navigating technical/organizational complexity. I thrive in environments that value autonomy and trust PMs to lead through ambiguity. Ideal engagements: Fractional Head of Product (2-3 days/week, 3-12 months) Roadmap strategy sprints for teams stuck in reactive mode Advisory support for product leaders facing critical decisions If you're scaling through complexity and need someone who can parachute in, bring clarity to chaos, and drive outcomes without hand-holding—let's talk.

Experience

• Product Manager (Data Analytics | Data Migrations | API and Platform) · QHR Technologies03-01-2019 – 09-01-2025

  Led strategy and execution for mission-critical platform APIs and interoperability features; partnered with C-suite to scale the core platform; designed self-serve data migration framework; modernized Identity and Access Management (IAM) and API capabilities; improved platform reliability and user satisfaction.

• Chief Product Officer & Founder (Side business) · AfroCulcha11-01-2023 – 04-01-2025

  Digital platform connecting Caribbean creatives and small businesses with Canadian audiences.

• Product Development Coordinator · RE/MAX of Western Canada06-01-2018 – 03-01-2019

  Led cross-functional teams to deliver and enhance multiple platforms; prioritized features and managed product roadmaps; drove go-to-market launches across franchise system.

• Technical Coordinator / IT Support Technician · RE/MAX of Western Canada01-01-2013 – 12-31-2018

  Coordinated IT initiatives across the organization, improving system integration, user support, and operational efficiency.

• SAP Officer · Oceanic Digital Jamaica Ltd.01-01-2009 – 12-31-2010

  Supported SAP-related activities and IT operations in a Jamaican digital services company.

• IT Field Technician · SD2301-01-2012 – 12-31-2012

  Field technician providing IT support and hardware/software troubleshooting.

• IT Systems Analyst · Regional District of Central Okanagan01-01-2011 – 12-31-2011

  Systems analysis and IT support within regional government context.

• Help Desk Technician · Mission Hill Winery01-01-2011 – 12-31-2011

  Help desk support for winery IT operations.

Education

• Okanagan CollegeBachelor's degree, Computer Information Systems
• Okanagan CollegeDiploma, Computer Information Systems
• Okanagan CollegeCertificate, Project Management
• University of Technology, JamaicaComputing with Management Studies
• UTECH (University of Technology, Jamaica)Certificate, Computer Studies

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