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Zuena James Daniel

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Zuena James Daniel

Summary

A seasoned leader in digital transformation and strategic growth, I have driven significant advancements at Digicel Group, leveraging skills in product development, content curation, and customer experience. My approach has consistently resulted in enhanced business outcomes, including a notable increase in user engagement and satisfaction. My expertise spans competitive analysis and strategic execution, underpinned by a commitment to excellence and innovation.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

Digicel Group

Commercial & Business Manager - Digital Services
2023.04 - 2024.03 (11 months)

Job overview

  • Secured and managed new business for the SportsMax app inclusive of programme & event sponsorship, advertising and in app game partnerships.
  • Developed and executed commercial plan for the crossover introduction of Disney + from TV & broadband offering only to also include a mobile offering that could be purchased with mobile credit.
  • Instituted data-driven approach to decision-making, leveraging analytics to guide business strategies for the development of existing and new digital apps and solutions.

Digicel Group

Head of D'Music & GoLoud
2022.04 - 2023.04 (1 year)

Job overview

  • Lead a remote team in the commercial, marketing , content and engagement operations of Digicel's two successful audio apps called GoLoud & D'Music
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for both apps across 32 markets, leading to significant business growth and a combined user base of over 200,000 users .
  • Managed budgets, resources, and timelines effectively to ensure the successful completion of all projects such as album releases and live events , podcast productions and artiste partnherships

Digicel Group

Group Content Product Manager -Digital Apps
2020.04 - 2022.04 (2 years)

Job overview

  • Launched and managed the GoLoud Radio and Podcast, application with growth of +50k monthly active users within 3 months of operations.
  • Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective training materials that drove increased product knowledge among staff members, resulting in higher close rates.
  • Analyzed metrics to measure product performance.

Digicel Trinidad and Tobago

Content Acquisition Manager
2019.10 - 2020.07 (9 months)

Job overview

  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with content providers, ensuring quality content at reasonable costs.
  • Developed long-term relationships with key industry partners, facilitating ongoing access to exclusive and sought-after content.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams involved in the acquisition process, streamlining communications and improving overall efficiency.
  • Monitored competitor activity to stay informed on industry developments and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Digicel Home & Entertainment

Product And Pricing Manager
2018.05 - 2019.10 (1 year & 5 months)

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm margin objectives against customer targets.
  • Orchestrated the design, build and launch of the Modern Fibre product line to expand market share and lower direct costs
  • Evaluated consumer preferences and behaviors, combined with market trends and historical data, to adjust and enhance campaigns.
  • Worked closely with Digicel group Content Managers to source and curate new content to meet local and regional customer demands.
  • Re-designed and re-positioned Digicel Home & Entertainment Video On Demand offering to better match local events , holidays and cultural happenings resulting in a 60% increase in VOD purchases.
  • Successfully managed the migration of legacy customers to a new product suite by careful segmentation using viewing preferences, spend and other usage patterns to create targeted campaigns.
  • Ensured smooth roll out of changes and new launches through detailed product briefs and other supporting documents to be used by customer facing teams to train and coach staff.

Digicel Play

Customer Experience Manager
2015.08 - 2018.05 (2 years & 9 months)

Job overview

  • Launched and maintained a successful NPS Program of SMS and Email surveys through the Satmetrix and Qualtrics CEM Platforms
  • Maintained an NPS score of + 30 over 2 years for the newly launched Digicel Play , a score 7 points above industry standard
  • Regular monitoring, reviewing and weekly reporting on the key sources of feedback including NPS, CSAT, customer analytics, customer verbatim etc.
  • Used feedback received to launch initiatives such Customer Care Quality Management, Customer Service and Product Training for Installers and Technical Staff, Case Management and Outage Management Communication
  • Managed the internal and external communication for all new promotions, products and services inclusive of scripting
  • Planning and building with the Commercial team to design products and services to ensure that its structure and execution is in keeping with the company’s standard of customer service

Digicel

Network Operations Centre Team Lead
2011.04 - 2015.08 (4 years & 4 months)

Job overview

  • Direct supervision and development of assigned staff working on a shift system.
  • Ensured that the network KPIs RAN, Core and International Network Availability and alarm count were consistently met and efficiently managed. ,
  • Coordinated first level support from the NOC to the technical department and ensured the accuracy of all follow up reports.
  • Managed and reported on incident management, planned work management and contractor management processes within the NOC and ensured all process and network metrics were well within KPIs limits for all NOC managed territories.
  • Managed and enforced the Technical department’s outage management process for critical outage response and provided weekly reports on resolution actions for all outages.

Digicel Trinidad and Tobago

Network Operations Centre Technician
2008.03 - 2011.04 (3 years & 1 month)

Job overview

  • Monitored critical RAN, Power and IT alarming for 200 + sites across the Digicel network
  • Assisted in testing and planned maintenance for the launch of new equipments and services.


Digicel Trinidad and Tobago

Customer Care Technical Agent
2006.08 - 2008.03 (1 year & 7 months)

Job overview

  • Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues in a timely manner.
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and professionally, promoting a positive work environment for team members.
  • Reduced average call times with effective communication and efficient problem-solving skills.

Education

Trinidad And Tobago Institute of Technology , Brechin Castle, Couva

Bachelor of Engineering Technology from Telecommunications
2003

St. Joseph's Convent , San Fernando

High School Diploma
2000

Skills

  • Product Development & Management
  • Content Curation
  • Content Sourcing
  • Customer Segmentation
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Market Analysis & Understanding
  • Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Customer Experience & Service
  • Customer Journey Mapping
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Reporting

Hobbies , Interests & Personal Accomplishments

  • Reading - Caribbean Literature & African Fiction
  • Coffee Culture - Barista in Training
  • Fitness & CrossFit
  • Lifestyle Blogging
  • Owner & Head Creator at The Inspiweartion Boho Jewelry Line


Timeline

Commercial & Business Manager - Digital Services

Digicel Group
2023.04 - 2024.03 (11 months)

Head of D'Music & GoLoud

Digicel Group
2022.04 - 2023.04 (1 year)

Group Content Product Manager -Digital Apps

Digicel Group
2020.04 - 2022.04 (2 years)

Content Acquisition Manager

Digicel Trinidad and Tobago
2019.10 - 2020.07 (9 months)

Product And Pricing Manager

Digicel Home & Entertainment
2018.05 - 2019.10 (1 year & 5 months)

Customer Experience Manager

Digicel Play
2015.08 - 2018.05 (2 years & 9 months)

Network Operations Centre Team Lead

Digicel
2011.04 - 2015.08 (4 years & 4 months)

Network Operations Centre Technician

Digicel Trinidad and Tobago
2008.03 - 2011.04 (3 years & 1 month)

Customer Care Technical Agent

Digicel Trinidad and Tobago
2006.08 - 2008.03 (1 year & 7 months)

Trinidad And Tobago Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering Technology from Telecommunications

St. Joseph's Convent

High School Diploma
Zuena James Daniel