Fractional Digital Product Manager in Lebanon
I’m Karim Muhtar, a digital product manager based in Beirut, Lebanon. I help startups and companies decide what to build, plan it and get it launched, as a fractional product manager or interim head of product.
I’ve co-founded 6+ startups and managed apps, platforms and games from idea to release, with 20+ years across product, design and business. I work in English and Arabic.
What a fractional product manager does for you
- Product strategy and vision: define what your product is, who it’s for and what success looks like
- Roadmap and prioritization: decide what to build first, what to cut and why, based on users and business goals
- Discovery and validation: user research, competitor analysis and quick tests before you spend on development
- Requirements and specs: clear user stories and flows your developers can build from without guesswork
- Team leadership: run the day-to-day with designers, developers and stakeholders, sprint by sprint
- Launch and growth: plan the release, measure what users do and improve the product after launch
Why hire a fractional head of product instead of a full-time one
- Senior experience, part-time cost. You get 20+ years of product, design and business experience for the hours you actually need.
- A founder’s perspective. Having co-founded 6+ startups, I think about budget, runway and business results, not only features.
- Product and design in one person. My background as a product design lead means fewer handoffs and a product that’s easy to use.
- Fast to start. No long hiring process. I can start quickly, then scale up or down with your roadmap.
Products I’ve managed
Mobile apps, web platforms, SaaS, online shops and games across AI video, events and ticketing, e-commerce, e-sports, social media, property management, venue rental and more, with teams from 1 to 14 people.
How I work
Every product is different, but the rhythm is usually the same:
- Understand: your business, users, market and current product
- Plan: a clear product strategy and a prioritized roadmap
- Build: lead design and development sprint by sprint, with regular demos
- Launch and learn: release, measure real usage and improve
Flexible ways to hire me
Hourly, weekly, on a monthly retainer (full-time or part-time, as your fractional product manager or head of product) or per project. Tell me what you need and I’ll suggest the setup that fits your budget and timeline.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fractional product manager?
A senior product manager who works with your company part-time or on a flexible basis, instead of as a full-time employee. You get senior product leadership for the hours you need.
How much does a fractional product manager in Lebanon cost?
It depends on how many hours you need and for how long. I work hourly, weekly, on a monthly retainer or per project. Send me a short brief and I’ll reply with a clear quote.
Can you act as our interim head of product?
Yes. I can lead your product function while you hire a permanent head of product, or for as long as you need.
Do you also design the product?
Yes. I’m also a product design lead, so I can shape the user experience myself or guide your designers.
Do you only work with companies in Lebanon?
No. I’m based in Beirut, and I also work with companies in Dubai, the wider Gulf and internationally.
What do you need to get started?
A short description of your product, where it is today and what you want to achieve. A 20-minute call is usually enough to define the next steps.
Let’s talk about your product
Looking for a fractional or freelance digital product manager in Lebanon? Message me on WhatsApp, email me or call.
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