About me
A small introduction about myself
Ferry Hötzel
Entrepreneur, Product Manager, Designer from Berlin.
I’m a Product Manager with focus on mobile apps and web. Passionate about design and UX with strong attention to detail.
I’m actually from the retail field, where I worked for six years. For three of these I was a regional manager for the second largest Apple Premium Reseller in Germany. I was in charge of a number of affiliates and assumed responsibility for overall coordination. During my period there we were particularly successful in building up clients in the field of leasing, so much so that we received a commendation from Apple. In 2010 I founded my own company, Paydroid. The idea behind Paydroid was to break down the complexity of an ERP/POS system to suit the needs of a small retailer, and to make the system usable on an iPad. We also developed internationally-distributed Apple accessories such as docks and stands for the iPad and iPhone. I thus know what it means to bring a product from the concept stage to actual market positioning, and to support it even beyond that.
In my spare time, I like to hit the gym and cross off personal challenges from my bucket list.
I'm always looking for a new problem to solve, so if you've got a doozy you need a hand with, feel free to contact me.
Skills
I can say I’m quite good at
Product
Product Management and Agile Development
Design
In greater depth: Industrial Design and UI/UX Design
Sales
Presenting and pitching to prospective and existing clients
E-Commerce
Solution and implementation with Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce and more
Sketch & Photoshop
Proficient in using Adobe Photoshop, Sketch, Zeplin, Invision
Web Development
In depth knowledge of HTML, CSS and Javascript
Work Experience
My previous and present associations
current
Shopify
Product Manager
Shopify is the leading cloud-based, multi-channel commerce platform designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Merchants can use the software to design, set up, and manage their stores across multiple sales channels, including web, mobile, social media, marketplaces, brick-and-mortar locations, and pop-up shops. The platform also provides merchants with a powerful back-office and a single view of their business. The Shopify platform was engineered for reliability and scale, making enterprise-level technology available to businesses of all sizes. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Shopify currently powers over 500,000 businesses in approximately 175 countries and is trusted by brands such as Red Bull, Nestle, Rebecca Minkoff, Kylie Cosmetics, and many more. Source: Shopify.com
Oct, 2017
EichenGlobal
Director of Product Management
EichenGlobal helps you find, understand, and manage your place in the often-daunting world of property. With different tools and advice, EichenGlobal helps you to make informed decisions with your next rentals, mortgage, or investment.
Dec, 2016
Inventorum
Product & Enterprise Development
Inventorum’s software enables small retailers to manage their offline and online businesses by supporting daily processes such as point of sale and inventory management. Inventorum combines cash management, inventory management, customer support and e-commerce capability in one system.
Nov, 2015
Inventorum
Chief Product Officer
Inventorum’s software enables small retailers to manage their offline and online businesses by supporting daily processes such as point of sale and inventory management. Inventorum combines cash management, inventory management, customer support and e-commerce capability in one system.
Nov, 2012
Paydroid acquired
Founder & CEO
Paydroid creates handmade products that reflect their passion for design, innovation and personality. Especially Paydroid is known for his iPad and iPhone Docks. In November 2011 Paydroid was featured in Germany's famous Live Style Magazin FHM.
Jun, 2010
Apple Premium Reseller
Manager at multiple Apple Reseller Stores
I was in charge of a number of affiliates and assumed responsibility for overall coordination. During my period there we were particularly successful in building up clients in the field of leasing, so much so that we received a commendation from Apple.