Elizabeth D. Acle
Senior Product & Commercial Strategy | Satellite & Media | Turning Complexity into Actionable Strategy
Product & Commercialization leader with 10+ years in satellite and media distribution, bridging engineering, market strategy and customer adoption.
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"Elizabeth demonstrated outstanding ability to tackle and solve complex problems."
- Pascale Fromont, GM & VP, Intelsat
"Elizabeth made a tangible impact on our team by designing and executing commercial strategies."
- Andrew Haden, Senior Manager, SES/Intelsat
Problem-Solver at Heart
I'm a problem-solver with a background in satellite and terrestrial distribution, audio engineering, and product strategy. I'm drawn to complex challenges—whether optimizing satellite grooming, refining workflows, or supporting commercialization efforts with clarity and analysis. My work helped increase deal value by 16% and supported broadcasters in reaching over 169M households across the Americas.
I bring a holistic, thoughtful mindset to collaborative work, especially navigating technical or strategic ambiguity. I am trusted for navigating ambiguity and aligning teams to deliver results with both clarity and impact.
What I'm Known For
  • Stakeholder Alignment - Build trust across technical, commercial and executive teams to move strategies forward
  • End-to-End Product Strategy - Guide products from requirements to adoption with market fit in focus
  • Competitive Insight - Analyze evolving landscapes to unlock growth opportunities
  • Collaborative Execution - Lead cross-functional teams where iteration drives results, not just polish
Most Recent Leadership Role
Intelsat (Acquired by SES Satellites)
Senior Principal Product Manager (Product Commercialization Lead – Americas), July 2025 - Oct. 2025
Strategic Focus
Led product commercialization and market alignment across the Americas during Intelsat's transition into SES, ensuring continuity for customers and advancing regional growth initiatives.
"Elizabeth combines deep knowledge with a truly consultative approach. She consistently sees the bigger picture, asks the right questions and helps shape better outcomes."
- Christell Meyer, Senior Manager, Media Strategy and Transformation at SES/Intelsat
Intelsat: Media Distribution Excellence
As Senior Principal Product Manager at Intelsat (January 2023 - July 2025), I supported commercialization and market alignment of media distribution services across the Americas. I collaborated cross-functionally with product, engineering, sales, and marketing teams to ensure broadcasters and content providers had access to reliable, high-quality delivery solutions.
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Optimize Distribution
Refined distribution workflows for enhanced efficiency
02
Go-to-Market Strategy
Contributed to strategic market positioning
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Enable Adoption
Supported customer and partner adoption of media services
"Elizabeth demonstrated outstanding leadership and strategic expertise in the media market, especially in the Americas."
- Angela Gaona, Business Lead, Intelsat
"Elizabeth has the rare ability to rally teams and attack projects from a holistic view."
- Kelly Lightfoot, Marketing Ops., NPR
NPR: Product Innovation Leadership
Senior Product Manager
Public Radio Satellite System, July 2019 - January 2023
Led all product development for ContentDepot, MetaPub, and the Hub. Capitalized on broadcast radio and audio production experience to ideate, incubate, and design innovative products from conception to successful delivery.
Key Achievements
  • Led requirements definition across departments
  • Facilitated product lifecycle activities
  • Conducted user research and usability testing
  • Participated in industry focus groups
"Her knowledge of product management is immeasurable. She never hesitates to go above and beyond."
- Kara Penn, Sr. Project Manager, NPR
Xperi: Broadcast Engineering Excellence
Broadcast Engineer, Research and Development - Automotive, April 2017 - July 2019
At Xperi, I transitioned from pure technical operations into product-facing engineering. I managed over 1,000 annual support requests for broadcast studio products, while collaborating closely with R&D, product and customer teams to improve workflows and shape new product capabilities. This role gave me direct exposure to product lifecycle management and customer advocacy, preparing me to move into full product management at NPR.
24/7 Support Solutions
Delivered reliable, end-to-end support for broadcast studio products.
Data-Informed Decisions
Collected and analyzed customer feedback to identify product needs and guide enhancements
Client Advocacy
Built strong customer relationships, balancing technical troubleshooting with product improvement.
"Elizabeth is a great team player who understands how to never lose sight of the customer."
- Juan Galdamez, Sr. Director, Xperi
Broadcast & Operations Foundation at NPR
Earlier roles in broadcast engineering and technical operations (2012-2017) built a strong foundation in media workflows, distribution systems and cross-network collaboration. These experiences gave me hands-on expertise in systems integration, live event management and reliability - skills I continue to draw on in strategic leadership roles today.
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System Implementation
Implemented new broadcast system at NPR West in Los Angeles through intricate hardware and software testing
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Workflow Optimization
Streamlined audio routing and signal flow for complex multi-source programming environments
3
Emergency Response
Led rapid diagnosis and resolution of on-air technical issues during critical broadcast periods
What Others Say
I believe success comes from collaboration, clarity and execution. Here's what others have said about working with me. Full testimonials available on LinkedIn.
"Elizabeth demonstrated outstanding ability to tackle and solve complex problems, welcomed opportunities to expand her knowledge and built strong, lasting relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organization."
Pascale Fromont, Vice President and General Manager, Media at Intelsat
"Elizabeth made a tangible impact by designing and executing commercial strategies that drove our media business. She always approached challenges with creativity, professionalism and a collaborative spirit."
Andrew Haden, Senior Manager Commercialization, SES/Intelsat
"Elizabeth combines deep knowledge with a truly consultative approach. She consistently sees the bigger picture, asks the right questions and helps shape better outcomes."
Christell Meyer, Senior Manager, Media Strategy and Transformation at SES/Intelsat
"Elizabeth played a critical role in the successful launch of key products, combining sharp product vision with well-crafted go-to-market strategies."
Angela Gaona, Business Management Lead, Intelsat
"Elizabeth has the rare ability to rally teams, break down silos and align projects to mission and brand. She is both a coach and a strategist."
Kelly Lightfoot, Marketing Operations & Platform Manager, NPR
"Elizabeth was a key member of our product portfolio team, bringing internal teams together efficiently and driving the growth of our broadcast products. She is a collaborative team player who never loses sight of the customer."
Juan Galdamez, Sr. Director Broadcast Strategy & Business Development, Xperi
"Elizabeth's product management knowledge is exceptional. She goes above and beyond, clearly defines goals and ensures delivery of high-quality products. Her leadership was pivotal to NPR's success."
Kara Penn, Senior Project Manager, NPR
Education & Certifications
Berklee College of Music
Music Production and Engineering / Music Business
Florida International University
English
Product School
Senior Product Manager Certification™
Product Management Certificate
Scrum Alliance
Certified ScrumMaster

Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Professional Working), Portuguese (Developing)
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Recognition & Awards
  • Transformer Award - Intelsat
  • Spot Beam Recognitions - Intelsat
I'm passionate about solving complex challenges in satellite and media distribution. Whether you're looking to collaborate, explore opportunities, or discuss industry innovations, I'd love to hear from you.
Contact Information
Miami, Florida, United States