Hi, I'm Aleh Zasimovich
Product Manager
I create innovative digital products that solve real problems and deliver exceptional user experiences. Based in Warsaw, Poland.
About Me
Product Manager – iGaming
Team Lead of Research & Development
Hi! I'm a hands-on product manager with real-world experience in the fast-changing online gambling space. I'm not just pushing features — I'm here to ship real value (and maybe have fun doing it).
Interested Roles
Product ManagerProduct OwnerProduct LeadProject Manager
My Skills
Key competencies and technical skills that ensure product success
Product Vision & Strategy
- Product lifecycle management
- Brand planning from scratch
- Vision & roadmap formation
- Market & trend analysis
User Experience
- UX and user behavior research
- Feedback collection & analysis
- A/B testing
- Competitive analysis
Data Analysis
- Product metrics interpretation
- User patterns and trend analysis
- A/B test optimization
- Product performance monitoring
Operations Management
- iGaming operations leadership
- Cross-functional team management
- Business process optimization
- End-to-end feature delivery
Product Development
- Full development lifecycle
- Feature specification & launch
- Go-to-market strategies
- Launch planning & execution
Technology Integration
- AI-services implementation
- Integration systems planning
- Technical platform management
- Requirements analysis
Languages
Belarusian
Native
Russian
C2 — Proficient
English
B2 — Upper Intermediate
Polish
B1 — Intermediate
Ukrainian
C1 — Advanced
Work Experience
Team Lead of Research & Discovery Team
NDA•Remote
June 2025 – Present
iGamingGamblingB2C
What I've Done
- Led comprehensive product research: competitive intelligence, user interviews, feedback loops, A/B testing, frontend analytics, metric deep-dives, and behavior pattern tracking
- Applied structured hypothesis frameworks: JTBD, 5 Whys, and developed custom models for iGaming-specific cases
- Orchestrated testing and implementation of hypotheses across multiple product areas
- Built and managed a cross-functional team of researchers and developers — merging UX insights with tech execution for rapid, efficient delivery
Special Ops: AI
- Spearheaded the integration of AI into operational workflows
- Built internal AI tools, automated research pipelines, and launched smart assistants to support internal teams and customers alike
Strengths
- Deeply user-focused and hypothesis-driven — not afraid of failed tests, only unlearned ones
- Separates signal from noise in product metrics
- Thrives in ambiguity — armed with a framework and PostHog
- Brings the rare combo of curiosity, clarity, and clean execution
Product Manager
NDA•Warsaw, Poland
August 2024 – June 2025
iGamingGamblingB2C
What I've Done
- Led end-to-end product lifecycle — from ideation to delivery — across both player-facing features (loyalty programs, referral systems) and backend systems (bonuses, retention, support flows)
- Optimized internal operations: eliminated bottlenecks, reduced reliance on spreadsheets, and accelerated delivery speed
- Co-led the launch of a brand-new gambling brand — from product architecture and structure to go-to-market strategies
- Applied localized insights to adapt features for diverse markets: Central Asia, Russia, India, Thailand, and the Philippines
My Superpowers
- Turn complex product ideas into clear, developer-friendly specs
- Prioritize like a Zen monk in the middle of a feature-request storm
- Balance business goals with player happiness (and sleep... mostly)
- Align teams from support to C-level — no endless email threads needed
Bonus Skills (yes, pun intended)
- Deep expertise in bonus mechanics and player lifecycle strategies
- Confident collaborator with marketing and analytics (and not afraid to push back)
- Data-informed decision-making — driven by insight, not frozen by it
Country Manager
Simpatik Group•Bangkok, Thailand
December 2023 – July 2024
GamblingE-CommerceB2C
What I've Done
- Oversaw the end-to-end setup of the company's Southeast Asia branch — from a blank slate to a fully operational business unit
- Conducted marketing research and commercial intelligence gathering for strategic planning
- Managed operational logistics: warehousing, supply chain, and daily workflows
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired full cross-functional staff
- Led project and team management efforts for aligned, timely execution
Key Achievements
- Launched active sales operations within 3 weeks of arriving on site
- Successfully delivered the entire branch setup according to the action plan with no major deviations
- Grew the team from 0 to 9 employees in under 3 months while maintaining strategic alignment and delivery cadence
International Business Development Manager
Simpatik Group•Kyiv, Ukraine
February 2023 – December 2023
GamblingE-Commerce
What I've Done
- Analyzed international markets using static data to assess the viability and effectiveness of business models abroad
- Handled negotiations and cooperation with foreign partners
- Sourced and evaluated new business partnerships, focusing on financial efficiency
- Oversaw operations of the company's foreign branches: procurement, logistics, and warehouse coordination
- Took part in shaping the marketing strategy and conducting in-depth market research
Key Achievements
- Played a leading role in the strategic closure of the Poland branch
- Delivered an extensive multi-country research study (40+ countries) evaluating socio-economic indicators, legal frameworks, and market landscapes
- Based on this analysis, recommended the successful location for the company's next international expansion — leading to the eventual opening of a new branch
Business Development Manager
ZIP-HOLOD Ltd.•Kyiv, Ukraine
December 2020 – February 2023
B2BDistributionImport/Export
What I've Done
- Developed the business strategy and calculated a long-term financial plan for a company specializing in refrigeration and copper pipe distribution
- Conducted market analysis for copper piping used in air-conditioning systems
- Built the customer base and created a go-to-market and product promotion strategy
- Handled pricing strategy, PnL preparation, and investor reporting
- Managed operational logistics: delivery chains, warehouse operations, and supply flow
Key Achievements
- Revitalized company operations by redesigning the product matrix — resulting in 4x sales growth within a year (vs 2020 peak levels)
- Brought the company to break-even in 3 months, with monthly margin growth doubling, even excluding seasonal fluctuations
- Successfully introduced a new product to the market
- Represented the company at industry exhibitions, managing both logistics and brand presentation
Sales Department Specialist
LLC "ICEHOLBEL"•Minsk, Belarus
February 2020 – December 2020
B2B
What I've Done
- Provided consulting support for B2B clients purchasing refrigeration equipment
- Selected and sold refrigeration systems and related consumables tailored to customer needs
- Worked on expanding the customer base through outreach and lead qualification
- Maintained and supported existing clients, focusing on strengthening cooperation and improving commercial terms
Additional Information
Education
Belarus National Technical University
Minsk, Belarus
September 2015 – February 2020
Specialist Mechanical Engineer – Low-temperature Technology
Training Courses
AI for Product Creation
2025
Projector Institute, Kyiv
Tech Skills for Product Manager
2024
Projector Institute, Kyiv
Logistics and Foreign Economic Activity
2023
Danko Training Center, Kyiv
Project Manager Profession
2022
Skillbox Online Learning Center
Personal Details / Preferences
Confident driver, category B
Volunteer experience (community organization)
Participated in life-threatening volunteer activities
Open to relocation (depending on destination)
Prefer office-based work over remote
I do not consider cooperation with companies registered in Russia or supporting the war
Navigation
Contact
- zasimovich1453@gmail.com
- +48571999622
- Warsaw, Poland
Resources
Expertise
- Product Management
- iGaming
- User Research
- A/B Testing
- AI Integration