Productside Stories

Join us for Episode 10 of Trailblazing Women in Product Management, where host Nicole Tieche sits down with Michelle Felice-Steele, Vice President of Product Management at Experian Consumer Services. Michelle reveals her journey from content development to VP, detailing the skills and strategies crucial for product management success. With over 24 years of expertise, she explores key product manag...

Join Rina Alexin as she hosts Aruna Adhikari , Headof Product Clinical Technologies at IQVIA, for a deep dive into the lessons and philosophies that shaped Aruna’s successful career in product management. In this episode, Aruna shares insights from over two decades of experience, including her journey from electrical engineering to becoming a celebrated product leader in life sciences, recently na...

In this insightful episode of Product Side Stories , host Rina Alexin speaks with Marc Klingen, co-founder of LangFuse, about the complexities and best practices of AI product management. Marc shares strategies for selecting impactful AI use cases, balancing costs with quality, and avoiding common challenges that product managers encounter when working with large language models (LLMs). Discover h...

In this episode of Productside Stories , host Rina Alexininterviews Anna Nuñez, Growth Manager of Sales at Databricks, to explore how product management and sales teams can collaborate more effectively. Anna dives deep into the importance of open communication between sales and product, actionable ways to streamline customer feedback, and why breaking down silos is essential for business growth. I...

In this Productside Stories episode, we chat with Angela Fleming, VP of Product at Free Agent, about her unique journey from the world of marketing into product management. Angela shares how her passion for solving customer challenges led her to product leadership and offers practical advice for professionals looking to pivot into product roles. Discover how she applies frameworks like "jobs to be...

Join us as we dive into AI-powered healthcare with AnnePelz, Vice President of Product Management at OM1. Discover the transformative impact of AI in diagnosing rare diseases and optimizing treatment plans. Learn how OM1 bridges the gap between data and human empathy, and get valuable advice for product management leaders in AI-driven innovation.

In this episode of Productside Stories , we’re joined by Katheron Garcia, the Senior Director of Offer Management at Schneider Electric, the World’s Most Sustainable Company in 2024. With over 20 years of experience in the electrical and industrial sectors, Katheron is at the forefront of driving innovative and sustainable energy-efficient solutions. Throughout the episode, Katheron shares her jou...

In this episode of Productside Stories , we’re joined by Jesse Vergara, Director of Digital Product Management at Nationwide, to discuss the evolution of the product analyst role and how it is reshaping the future of product management in large enterprises. Jesse shares insights into why this role emerged, its impact on improving product decisions, and how it supports a data-driven approach to pro...

In this episode of Productside Stories , host Nicole Tieche interviews Millie Zah, Head of Product at DAZN, as part of our Trailblazing Women in Product Management series. Millie shares her unique journey from art into product management, highlighting how her background influences her approach to growth and design. Listen as Millie discusses her passion for localizing products, inclusive product d...

Kick off Season 2 of Productside Stories with a special episode featuring Marilyn McDonald, SVP of Commercial Digital and Innovation at Moderna. With a career spanning Fortune 500 companies like Citi, MasterCard, and StubHub, Marilyn shares her incredible insights on product management across industries. Learn how to solve complex customer problems, drive innovation, and lead high-performing teams...

In this episode, Rina Alexin sits down with Rose Hartwig, a product marketing leader who has launched B2B and B2C tech products, at places like Peloton, Palm, and Abbott Labs. They discuss how product management and product marketing teams can work better together. Rose also gives out some great advice on handling challenges in product development, launching new features, and keeping everyone in t...

As part of our Women in Product management podcast series, host, Nicole Tieche sits down with Laura Williams Argilla, a leader in product management at Adobe. Starting her career inspired by Mr. Rogers and educational television, Laura transitioned from broadcasting to shaping the future of tech products. She shares insights on the evolving role of product managers, the importance of empathy and c...

In this unique episode, we sit down with our very own Instructional Designer at Productside, Devin Torres. Devin shares her unconventional journey from behavioral health to higher education, and eventually into the world of product management. We explore the art and science of assessments, their critical role in driving organizational change, and how to design assessments that capture valuable ins...

In this episode of Productside Stories, we dive deep into the world of product operations with Stephanie Redl, Director of Product Operations at Descartes. We discuss the pivotal role of product operations in standardizing processes, fostering community, and enhancing the use of tools like AHA roadmaps to streamline workflows. Stephanie highlights the importance of creating a collaborative environ...

In this episode of Productside Stories, Dean Peters talks with Rina Alexin about the pivotal role of AI in product management, advocating for a shift towards a customer-centric approach. He stresses the importance of leveraging AI not just for its technical capabilities but for its ability to enhance understanding of customer needs and strategic vision. Dean emphasizes the significance of experime...

In this episode of Productside Stories, we delve into the remarkable journey of Prachi Garg, a seasoned product management leader with over two decades of experience in esteemed tech companies like Amazon, Expedia, and Skyscanner. Prachi shares insights from her extensive career, with emphasis on the importance of curiosity, adaptability, and continuous learning in navigating the dynamic landscape...

In this Trailblazing Women in Product Management segment of Productside Stories, Nicole Tieche speaks with Namrata Sarmah, Chief Product Officer and Founder and CEO at Women in Product, UK.

Join Rina Alexin and Parks Daniel as they delve into Parks' journey into the world of product management. From navigating the initial uncertainty to grappling with imposter syndrome, Parks shares candid reflections on her transition from learning and development to product management at MasterCard. Discover how she tackled the challenges of prioritization, customer understanding, and stakeholder m...

In this episode of Productside Stories, host Rina Alexin, CEO of Productside, sits down with Brooke Huling, Senior Vice President at Accruent. With over 20 years of experience, Brooke shares practical advice for navigating the first 90 days as a VP of Product Management and building trust and relationships within any organization. Join us as we uncover the keys to success in product leadership and...

In this Trailblazing Women in Product Management segment of Productside Stories, Nicole Tieche speaks with Amber Brown, Senior Vice President of Global Product Management and Marketing at Clario. Amber shares valuable insights on the impact of AI on customer experience, the challenges and rewards of her role at Clario, and the importance of fostering a culture of kindness in the workplace.

In this episode of Productside Stories, we're joined by Eric Stevenson, Director of Marketing and Product Management in Architectural Coatings at PPG, to unpack the intricacies of product management within industrial sectors. Eric shares valuable insights into the dynamic landscape of architectural coatings, highlighting the essential role of market research, innovation, and customer-centric strat...

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Join us for an insightful conversation on product management with Rina Alexin, CEO of Productside, and Roger Snyder, Chief Developer of the Productside diagnostic report. In this episode, we delve into crucial aspects of effective product management, including the importance of market research, staying laser-focused on customer problems, optimizing communication within organizations, enhancing cus...

Welcome to our Productside Stories Segment " Trailblazing Women In Product Management ", where we dive deep into the world of product management and highlight trailblazing women in the field. In this episode, join host Nicole Tieche as she interviews Shira Gershoni, Vice President of Product Management at Asurion . Shira shares her inspiring journey into product management, starting from her milit...

Welcome to Productside Stories, where we explore the journeys, insights, and transformations within the world of product management. In this special episode, we dive into the exciting rebranding journey of Productside, formerly known as the esteemed 280 Group. Join us as we sit down with Ken Feehan, VP of Product at Productside, to unravel the story behind the rebranding decision. Ken shares his p...