Skill set
Harris Yousuf in a few words
I specialize in making complex scientific and health topics simple and easy for consumers to understand. I have overseen the design, development and deployment of healthcare products and services that have generated millions of dollars in revenue. I speak and present frequently at national and international events to both consumers and clinical professionals. I am currently completing my MBA at the University of Cambridge. I have a flexible part-time schedule to support your work and endeavours!
Experience
- The DNA CompanyDirector of Product DevelopmentHEALTH & WELLNESSJanuary 2019 - Today (5 years and 11 months)Mississauga, ON, Canada• Built and oversees complete product lifecycle of 4 products and services which generated $1.2M YoY revenue in 2020, $3M in revenue in 2021, and are on track for $4M in revenue in 2022• Manages an interdepartmental team of 12 evaluated on hitting product milestones• Developed 25 proprietary algorithms based on genetic data for personalized wellness plans and reports• Collaborates with leadership team to forge new business partnerships and speaks at relevant conferences• Co-authored 2 patents awaiting approval in functional genomics
- YoutrientsCo-Founder & Director of OperationsHEALTH & WELLNESSDecember 2016 - December 2019 (3 years and 1 month)Mississauga, ON, Canada• Directed building and establishment of a manufacturing facility according to regulatory standards• Established partnerships with suppliers from 10 countries, resulting in a 30% reduction in raw material costs• Pitched company to private and institutional investors and helped raise $5MM in seed funding• Trained and managed a team of 4 production and operations staff• Assisted leadership team in acquisition of Managene (testing provider) to form The DNA Company
- ApotexTechnologistPHARMACEUTICALS INDUSTRYMarch 2013 - November 2015 (2 years and 9 months)Toronto, ON, Canada• Investigated 500+ formulation and process deficiencies during drug manufacturing process• Collaborated with scientists and provided technical support during experimental drug trials• Evaluated proposed changes to API sourcing, manufacturing, dosing, and production against key failure metrics to conclude viability and likelihood of success of change
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Lacey Barlow and 1 other person have recommended Harris Yousuf
12/11/2022
Harris is an exceptional leader and mentor. He can explain highly complex concepts and situations in an easy-to-understand manner without sacrificing any important information. He is always available for support and frequently checks in to make sure his subordinates are doing okay. His product knowledge is second to none. He has designed some of the most amazing and highly effective personalized wellness products on the market. The clients I speak it frequently rave about the product experience and Harris' knowledge and insights during his presentations at conferences. He is an absolute pleasure to work for!
04/11/2022
Harris defined the role of what a product manager should be. He has the vision to develop products and execute them in an agile fashion, ensuring alignment between support, technology, operations, sales and marketing.
Harris developed physical, digital, and service products driven by his passion, intuition, customer reflections, and financial modeling, to ensure each product had a revenue generating market segment which was ultimately captured.
As a team player, individual contributor, or strategic leader, Harris will be an unparalleled asset with any organization.
Harris developed physical, digital, and service products driven by his passion, intuition, customer reflections, and financial modeling, to ensure each product had a revenue generating market segment which was ultimately captured.
As a team player, individual contributor, or strategic leader, Harris will be an unparalleled asset with any organization.
Education
- MBAUniversity of CambridgeMBA with a healthcare concentration. Recipient of the prestigious Cambridge Scholarship for Entrepreneurs.
- B.Sc. Biomedical SciencesUniversity of Waterloo2011Honours Biomedical Sciences Major with a double minor in Biology and Psychology