Productside Stories

In this episode of Productside Stories, Sahara Muradi, VP of Product Management at Office Space Software, shares her journey from consulting to leading product teams across major industries like hospitality, sports, and workplace planning.    She discusses the biggest challenges product managers face today, including prioritization, stakeholder alignment, and balancing business outcomes with user...

What does it take to build a product from nothing?  Scott Jones, VP of Product at Realeyes, shares his journey from analyst to product leader, the mindset shifts required to navigate ambiguity, and how to validate ideas in real time. If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome in a leadership role or wanted a seat at the table for big product decisions, this episode is packed with insights you...

In this episode of Productside Stories, Rina Alexin sitsdown with Elena Leonova, CPO at Spryker, to dive into the challenges of managing platform products. Elena shares her journey from business analyst to product leader, breaks down the complexities of platform management, and reveals how to make strategic decisions that move the needle. If you’re tackling platform products or scaling B2B solutio...

Pricing is a strategy. In this episode, Rina Alexin sits down with Peter Moot, Co-founder of Promi and former Lead PM at Uber, to uncover how product managers can use pricing to deliver more value and drive long-term success. Learn about personalized pricing, AI-driven strategies, and how to avoid the biggest pricing mistakes that product leaders make. Key Topics Discussed in This Episode  Key top...

This week on Productside Stories, host Rina Alexin sits down with Abner Rosales, Senior Director of Product Management Analytics at Experian. With a career spanning global teams and platforms generating millions in revenue, Abner shares his expertise on team-building, decision-making, and driving innovation in the fast-paced world of product management.  For product managers aiming to lead teams o...

In this episode of Productside Stories, host Rina Alexin sits down with Cynthia Petti, Chief Operating Officer of Productside, to discuss the critical role of professional development and certification in a product manager’s career.  Cynthia shares her inspiring journey back to Productside during a challenging personal time and how a supportive company culture fueled her growth into the COO role....

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...