Product development consultant Product management consultant Product Market Fit consultant

Transforming Ideas into Market Success

Are your product sales falling short of your revenue goals?

Your tech Is brilliant. Did you build what customers actually want?

Previous work

Have you ever wondered how Apple consistently launches one winning product after another? The secret lies in a methodical process of customer discovery, ensuring every product aligns with real user needs. In my portfolio, you’ll find examples of this approach in action—showcasing how deep research and innovative thinking lead to exceptional results. With my help, you can become the Apple of your market.

Testimonials

"Todd excels in identifying product-market fit, refining value propositions, and conducting impactful customer discovery."

Ellen Chang

Head of BMNT Ventures

"As part of the H4X (Hacking4Allies) program with BMNT, Levato's executive team had the pleasure of working with Todd for the past 6 months. Todd's expertise in coaching and positioning products has immensely helped the team refine our value proposition and messaging. His specific and effective methodology generated traction when listened to and implemented. Thank you, Todd, for your valuable contribution to our continued success!"

Espen Askvik

President

"Todd played a crucial role while working at LYT. He guided the product development team in testing all product ideas to ensure that there was Product Market Fit (PMF) before the coding process started. He conducted extensive research to determine the true wants of customers through Customer Discovery."

Timothy Menard

Ceo LYT

"Todd was transformative for our business, and I highly recommend him to any organization looking to elevate their product strategy."

Kristin Slater

IOT Products

It would be hard to find a more innovative leader than Todd. He is a world-class tech visionary , business leader and mentor, who constantly brings creative initiatives to the table and gets them done successfully

Oren Inditsky

General Manager, Wix

"If you're looking for a transformative product leader, Todd should be your first choice. He is the benchmark"

Zach Bornheimer

Founder

About

I’m Todd Basche. With over two decades in product innovation, I have transformed bold visions into industry-leading products, impacting tech giants like Apple, Dell, SUN, and Axon and nine successful startups. My consumer journey began alongside Steve Jobs, where I created the acclaimed iLife Suite, and progressed to Axon, where I doubled revenue by launching products impacting millions daily.

I am a serial innovator, entrepreneur, inventor, and P&L-focused executive with a distinguished record of achievement for entrepreneurial ventures and pioneering tech firms in Silicon Valley and Boston. I’ve managed teams of hundreds of people across multiple geographies. I have been an integral member of due diligence teams providing technology assessment for acquisitions at Apple, Dell, Sun, Axon, and other major companies.

I am the lead mentor at Stanford GSB’s Lean Launchpad, working alongside Steve Blank to nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs.

I hold 37 patents and have won Best of CES 5 times.

With a unique blend of hardware and software expertise, I've transformed businesses, driven innovation, and delivered ROI across sectors. Whether you're a budding tech firm or a global entity, I offer extensive experience and a proven track record in developing products with global resonance. Let’s collaborate to build products that maximize revenue at launch.

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Services

Service

Innovative Software Solutions for Your Business

My Deep Dive sessions are designed to provide intensive two-hour reviews of key areas of your business.

Growth Deep Dive

Unlock the revenue in your organization. I work with your CxOs to review your revenue growth, product roadmap, tech team, and channels to identify growth opportunities and improvement areas.

Product and Roadmap Deep Dive

My interactive review with your Product and Dev leaders aim to pressure test your products and strategies. I review your roadmap and ensure you’re headed in the right direction.

Product Development Process Deep Dive

I'll provide recommendations to enhance your product development pipeline with industry-leading methodologies and tools.

The Role of Product and Best Practices 1:1

This deep dive is designed for forward-thinking CEOs who want to better understand the CPO role and how it aligns their product offerings with customer needs. I’ll unpack the role and discover how to source the talent that suits your company’s needs.

Elevating Your CPO Selection Process

I act as your thought partner throughout your CPO selection process, working alongside any existing recruiting team members from start to finish. This deep dive includes discussions on the key attributes of a Best-in-Class CPO, reviewing job descriptions, suggesting key interview questions, and providing interview format recommendations. I am also available to participate in the interview cycle and review the first 30-60-90-day plan to help ensure your new CPO is on the right path.

Board Presentation Pressure Testing

This deep dive allows you to get a fresh, external product expert's perspective before your next board meeting. This is a one-hour working session with key executives, where the team presents the product section of the board presentation, with active engagement and questioning throughout.

My half-day workshops are comprehensive, interactive sessions designed to provide actionable insights and strategies for your business.

Best Practices in Modern Product Development (LLP)

The Best Practices in Modern Product Development (LLP) workshop is an immersive and interactive session that delves into the depths of your product development process. I evaluate and suggest enhancements, examine the performance of your cross-functional teams, and propose improvements. A key focus of my approach is on sparking innovation and assessing the effectiveness of your current customer feedback mechanisms. This workshop is custom-tailored for your team and your company's specific needs. Preparation is essential to make the most out of this session, and participants are expected to bring projects to work on throughout the day.

Preparation requirements: An understanding of your current organization and product, along with short phone interviews with three key members each from your development, product management, and sales teams.

Workshop agenda:

Introductions and background
The importance of storytelling
Participants describe their products
Overview of the Lean Launchpad Methodology (LLP)
A deep dive into Hypotheses
The importance and process of meaningful customer discovery
Best practices, including BMC (Business Model Canvas), use of mockups, and the concept of MVPs
Discussion on continuous development and innovation
Product-market fit (PMF) evaluation
An open discussion on the challenges of innovating in your organization

Through this workshop, your team will gain a holistic understanding of your product development process's strengths and areas for improvement and how to foster a culture of continuous innovation.

Product and Roadmap Evaluation

My Product and Roadmap Evaluation is a hands-on workshop designed to offer a comprehensive review of your current product and its established roadmap. By immersing your team in a collaborative environment, I help identify gaps and strategize for future innovation.

Preparation Requirements:

To make the most out of this workshop, please prepare the following materials:

Product demo
Competitive analysis
Roadmap
Target customers

Workshop Agenda:

The session follows an interactive sequence:

Your team presents the product and roadmap in detail
Together, we review the competition and previously identified gaps
I map your products and capabilities against customer segments
Your team presents areas of innovation, both current and planned. Active engagement and discussion are encouraged throughout the session.

Output:

By the end of the session, you can expect:

Immediate, actionable feedback on both your product and its roadmap.
Highlighting of new potential gaps
Suggestions for additional revenue streams
Recommendations for improvements using the Start, Stop, Continue method
Discovery of previously unidentified areas of innovation.

This workshop is a strategic opportunity to refine your product and roadmap, paving your path towards business growth and success.

Having an expert Chief Product Officer (CPO) is vital for strong product development, but not all companies have access to the necessary expertise. Through this service, you get access to an expert CPO with 25 years of experience in product management and development across various sectors without the need for the resources that the recruitment of a professional full-time CPO would entail.

Over three months, your team will experience a transformation in product development execution. Our Fractional CPO will embed in your team and conduct a thorough review of roadmaps, pipelines, development processes, revenue sources, channels, and markets. I will lead, coach, and work closely with your team to focus on dominating a market.

This service includes leading customer discovery, validating product-market fit, defining and validating products, and working with your development team to bring the product to market. Additionally, our Fractional CPO will assist in creating new best-of-breed processes and support in recruiting a product management leader when required.

Our Fractional Expert CPO service combines the experience, knowledge, and strategic thinking of a seasoned CPO with the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of a fractional role. Reach out to us to enhance your business's product development capabilities.