I'm Serhad Akkoc — a product and commercial leader connecting technology, customer needs and market opportunities. I turn complex propositions into products, partnerships and measurable growth.
Based in Espoo, Finland International B2B technology
My experience spans product strategy, commercialization, B2B business development, international go-to-market, enterprise partnerships and executive leadership. I've worked across enterprise technology, SaaS, telecom, location intelligence, innovation services and connected-data ecosystems.
Most recently, I led Steelbridge Oy, an EU Data Act-focused SaaS initiative, bringing a complex regulatory need from concept to working MVP, developing its commercial proposition and building a partner ecosystem that included collaboration with Deloitte Germany.
I combine an MBA and urban/GIS background with formal studies in Innovation and Industrial Change at Åbo Akademi University, applying a practical, customer-led approach to emerging technologies.
A selection of product, growth and commercialization initiatives. Additional details and references are available upon request.
Led product and commercial execution for an EU Data Act platform, including MVP delivery, product positioning, enterprise outreach, pricing and a partner-led market approach.
Developed a multi-market technology partner ecosystem and drove cross-functional business development through relationship management and commercially focused execution.
Supported opportunity development and structured sales visibility through CRM processes and dashboard-oriented reporting for innovation-focused services.
Built experience in digital-service commercialization, partner development and market operations through leadership roles at Yandex, HERE/NAVTEQ and related businesses.
Bridging product, customer and commercial priorities — from early validation to international scale.
Customer discovery, value propositions, roadmaps, MVP validation, prioritization and lifecycle decisions.
Market entry, enterprise sales, pricing, demand development and commercialization of complex solutions.
Strategic alliances, cross-functional teams, stakeholder alignment and international business networks.
Request my CV or connect to discuss product leadership, business development and international growth opportunities.
Whether you're recruiting for a senior product or commercial role, exploring a partnership, or looking for an experienced advisor — I'd be happy to connect.