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Lee Wade is a seasoned global workforce strategist and product leader with over three decades of experience in product management, digital innovation, and SaaS solutions. As Chief Product Officer at Cloudstaff since 2020, Lee leads a world-class team of product managers dedicated to developing the next generation of outsourcing solutions, combining ethical outsourcing with cutting-edge people technology to support businesses around the globe.
Proven Innovator in Digital Solutions
Before joining Cloudstaff, Lee held senior product and digital leadership roles at CoreLogic RP Data, where he pioneered mobile and web applications transforming the real estate, banking, and valuation industries in Australia. He successfully launched groundbreaking tools such as the Renovation Calculator and patented the RP.Lister iPad app, which redefined property presentation for real estate agents nationwide. His innovation program fostered continuous product evolution and customer engagement through digital channels.
Software as a Service (SaaS) and Product Strategy Expert
Lee’s extensive product management experience began at WebCentral, where he managed a broad portfolio of SaaS applications including hosted CRM, QuickBooks subscription services, and hosted SharePoint. He formulated and presented detailed SaaS strategies to executive teams and secured critical vendor partnerships, including with SugarCRM and Research In Motion (BlackBerry). His expertise in business case formulation, contract negotiation, and solution selling has helped shape Cloudstaff’s product vision.
A Skilled Communicator and Thought Leader
Lee is an accomplished presenter and trainer, delivering solutions-focused presentations to C-level executives across multiple sectors. He actively contributes insights to product blogs and leads internal innovation programs, fostering a culture of creativity and strategic thinking. His journalism background in print and broadcast has enriched his communication style, making complex product concepts accessible to diverse audiences.
Driving the Future of Outsourcing
At Cloudstaff, Lee champions a vision for an AI-augmented future of work, integrating technology with talent to deliver seamless client experiences. Under his leadership, Cloudstaff continues to expand its global footprint with over 700,000 professionals across multiple locations, delivering ethical, enterprise-grade outsourcing services tailored to dynamic business needs.
By Lee Wade If you’re reading this, chances are you’re looking for a way to scale your customer service operations without the hassle of hiring in-house. Maybe you’re overwhelmed by the thought of managing a team remotely, or perhaps you’re just not sure where to start. The challenges of hiring in-house include not only recruitment […]
