Oliver McQuitty
Product Leader & Entrepreneur
A strategic product leader with a proven track record of scaling digital platforms from concept to market success and beyond. Currently Product Director at Popsa overseeing multiple teams and spearheading their AI-powered memory curation platform. Previously Product Director and first employee at HURR, where I led the development of innovative marketplace solutions and SaaS products for major retail brands, driving significant growth and technological advancement in the digital commerce sector. Strong experience working with both startups and scale-ups with a focus on sustainable growth. Outside of work, I'm a music producer, film photography enthusiast and fitness advocate.
Career highlights
Historical impact
Scaled a marketplace platform from launch to market leader, achieving triple-digit million pound transaction volumes. Grew customer base to six figures whilst maintaining majority organic acquisition.
Leadership
Built and scaled cross-functional teams of 25+ professionals. Directed product strategy from first employee through successful fundraising of >£20M, establishing scalable processes and culture.
Speaking
Recognition
From the blog
The stakeholder accumulation law
Learn how the Stakeholder Accumulation Law explains why projects face delays when adding decision-makers, and discover practical strategies to keep your timelines on track.
Dear Mr. Cook, I miss paid apps
A reflection on the shift from paid apps to subscription models and what we've lost along the way.
Travel writing
Crossing California
A travel journal of the Golden State
A travelogue of a road trip around California, exploring the vast contrasts that one of the world's most famous places hides in plain sight.