Christophe Ho-Van

Chief Product Officer | $120M P&L | Post-M&A Integration | AI-Enabled Value Creation

Greater Nice Metropolitan Area

About

I help software companies turn acquisition-driven complexity into scalable growth. I focus on growth-stage and private equity-backed software companies where product leadership helps transform acquisitions, platforms and AI investments into measurable business growth. Over the last 20 years, I have led product, software and business transformations across TravelTech, HRTech and ConstructionTech, helping organizations integrate acquisitions, simplify portfolios, scale platforms and accelerate growth. Selected achievements: • Led a $120M software business across Product, Engineering and Product Marketing • Delivered +20% software revenue growth at Arkance while integrating acquired businesses and simplifying a 50+ product portfolio • Scaled an enterprise SaaS business from $70M to $120M ARR at UKG following acquisition and platform integration • Launched and scaled cloud software solutions serving airlines and airports worldwide at Amadeus • Built and led international teams across Europe, North America and Asia

Experience

  • EVP Portfolio -Executive Committee Member at ARKANCE
    Jul 2023 - Dec 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Mission Led the transformation of a multi-country software business following a series of acquisitions, with responsibility for product strategy, portfolio integration, business performance and organizational alignment. Key Contributions • Consolidated a fragmented portfolio created through multiple acquisitions into a more coherent and scalable software offering. • Defined and executed a software growth strategy across Product, Engineering and Product Marketing teams operating in 9 countries. • Established portfolio governance, investment prioritization and operating models to improve strategic focus and execution. • Expanded the technology ecosystem beyond Autodesk through new software partnerships and innovation initiatives. • Led cross-functional transformation efforts spanning product management, go-to-market alignment and operational efficiency. Impact • Delivered +20% software revenue growth while reducing operating costs by 25%. • Simplified a portfolio of 50+ offerings into 10 strategic solution collections, improving scalability and market clarity. • Led post-acquisition integration and transformation across a software organization operating in 9 countries.

  • Sr. Director of Product Management - HR Service Delivery at UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
    Mar 2021 - Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Mission Led the integration and scaling of an acquired enterprise SaaS product within UKG's global HR suite, with responsibility for product strategy, business performance and organizational transformation. Key contributions • Transformed an acquired standalone product into a strategic component of UKG's enterprise suite. • Defined and executed the product strategy for Employee Experience, Self-Service and Workflow Automation solutions serving large enterprise customers. • Led pricing, packaging and go-to-market alignment in partnership with Sales, Marketing and Customer Success teams. • Rebuilt and scaled Product and Engineering organizations to improve execution predictability, delivery performance and customer outcomes. • Drove portfolio governance, investment prioritization and operating model improvements across multiple stakeholders. Impact • Scaled an acquired SaaS business from $70M to $120M ARR (+70%). • Successfully integrated the product into UKG's strategic platform following acquisition. • Improved product-market positioning, pricing and operational execution to support sustained growth. • Built and led an 80-person cross-functional organization spanning Product, Engineering and Product Marketing.

  • Amadeus (14 yrs 11 mos)
    • Director of Innovation for Airlines
      Mar 2020 - Nov 2020 · 9 mos

      Mission Structured enterprise innovation to create monetizable growth options and feed the core SaaS product portfolio. Key contributions - Designed and deployed an innovation playbook based on design thinking and customer co-innovation across the organization. - Led multiple co-creation initiatives with airlines, airports, and travel ecosystem partners to explore and validate new product opportunities. - Sponsored and delivered emerging technology initiatives, including machine learning, digital identity, conversational interfaces, and operational decision support. - Acted as a visible product and innovation leader, representing customer needs internally and externally. - Co-led the Travel Innovation Centre, managing a multidisciplinary team combining business and technical profiles. Impact - Converted a significant portion of innovation initiatives into revenue-generating product components. - Reinforced innovation as a structured, business-driven capability rather than ad-hoc experimentation.

    • Director, head of Accenture Amadeus Innovation Center
      Feb 2017 - Mar 2020 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    • Director of Products - Airport Management Solutions
      Aug 2011 - Jan 2017 · 5 yrs 6 mos

      Mission Built and scaled a mission-critical airport operations SaaS portfolio used by leading international airports. Key contributions - Owned portfolio strategy, roadmap, and investment priorities for multiple airport operations products. - Led the development and global deployment of several core airport systems supporting real-time operations. - Contributed to strategic acquisitions, performing product and technology due diligence. - Defined and executed long-term post-merger integration roadmaps, including cloud and hybrid architecture choices. - Led distributed product and engineering teams across multiple countries and time zones. Impact - Improved airport operational performance and predictability for customers. - Strengthened Amadeus’ position as a strategic technology partner for airport operations.

  • Director at DIAF Océan Indien
    Sep 2004 - Jan 2006 · 1 yr 5 mos

    Mission Led the turnaround of an IT services company facing severe financial and operational challenges. Key contributions - Drove company restructuring, refocusing operations on profitable activities and customer segments. - Led high-stakes negotiations with key customers and suppliers to stabilize cash flow and restore trust. - Designed and launched differentiated market offerings to reposition the company on higher-margin segments. - Supported sales execution and contract negotiations during the recovery phase. Impact - Restored profitability within a short timeframe. - Successfully exited bankruptcy proceedings and stabilized the business.

  • Account Manager at BULL
    Jul 2000 - Aug 2004 · 4 yrs 2 mos

    Developed enterprise software accounts across manufacturing and retail sectors. Managed complex software and services deals while consistently exceeding sales targets.