Product Talk

What are the commonly faced challenges of product management? In this podcast, join Bill.com VP of Growth Heidi Gibson as she engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Zeda.io Founder Prashant Mahajan on the intricacies of product management and the common challenges faced by product leaders across industries. With experience as a product manager and leader in dynamic startups around the worl...

In episode 9 of the CPO Rising Series, Experian CPO Gregory Wright shares his expertise in fostering innovation and growth. In conversation with host Renée Niemi , Greg highlights the paramount importance of alignment among cross-functional teams for streamlined innovation and market success. Experian's approach revolves around "jobs to be done" for clients in various credit lifecycle stages, util...

How does UX design influence security and trust in tech? In this podcast, join Kaboo Founder  Neha Shah as she meets with Rownd Co-Founder and Lead Designer Rachel Radulovich to take us through her journey from graphic design to the tech world. With a background in blockchain and digital identity products at IBM, Rachel discusses Rownd's mission to streamline user authentication without passwords....

In this episode of the Product Divergence Series, host Nacho Andrade steps into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with Prive Founder & CEO Alex Craciun . Drawing from his transformative journey transitioning from a product role at Uber to founding his own venture, Craciun delves into a myriad of invaluable insights. He deftly navigates the delicate balance between "substance" and "optics" in b...

What does it take to create impactful product-led transformations? In this podcast, Willow Innovations SVP of Product Melissa Pickering meets with IntoUniversity Partnerships CPO Namrata Sarmah to discuss her product management journey and the importance of putting the customer first, understanding their pain points, and building products that solve real problems for them. Discover how cross-indus...

The 8th episode of the CPO Rising Series features Harvey Performance Company CPO  Greg Livelli . Our host, as usual, is the incomparable Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi . Above all, Greg speaks to Renée about navigating growth in challenging times. Along the way, Greg discusses his role as the Vice President of Product Management for Nidec's commercial and industrial motors business in the Ame...

How can curiosity and adaptability drive success in product careers? In this podcast, Jonathan Ozeran meets with BCG X Product Lead Anne Jiao to discuss her inspiring journey in the product space. From her background in the entertainment industry to founding her own startup, Anne discusses how she leverages diverse skills in marketing, graphic design, and product management to excel in product dev...

Episode 11 of the Product Awards Series features OmniSync CEO and Co-Founder Rupak Dosh i. Doshi tells host Nacho Andrade about the company's focus on aiding life sciences and technology startups requiring research and development (R&D) to create innovative solutions is highlighted. Rupak emphasizes the importance of understanding the people behind the problems and tailoring solutions to their nee...

How can decision science principles revolutionize product management and drive user behavior? In this podcast, Join Bill.com VP of Growth Heidi Gibson as she interviews Duolingo Fmr. Director of Product Jorge Mazal to explore the fascinating world of decision science and its practical application in product management. Drawing from his extensive experience in the industry, Jorge shares valuable in...

In episode 7 of the CPO Rising Series, Glassdoor CPO Andy Chen speaks with Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi . Andy shares his background and path to Glassdoor, highlighting his experience in the digital industry and his role in companies like Travelocity and match.com. Chen discusses Glassdoor's transformation into a community for workplace conversations, drawing analogies to online dating plat...

In this podcast, Ammunition Founder Robert Brunner sits down with Willow Innovations Product VP Melissa Pickering. Brunner is a design leader with experience in various industries, and he shares insights from throughout his career. He discusses his work at Lunar Design and his role as the former director of industrial design at Apple. Brunner highlights the importance of design in building emotion...

It's episode 10 of the Product Awards Series, hosted by Ubiety Techologies CPO Nacho Andrade ! Here, Nacho speaks with inCitu Founding CEO Dana Chermesh . The focus is on the company's use of augmented reality (AR) to transform city planning and make it accessible to everyone. Chermesh's background in architecture and experience with immersive technologies in the Israeli Air Force inspired her to...

How can product leaders design playful product experiences for users? In this episode, Willow Innovations VP of Product Melissa Pickering interviews LEGO Fmr. Product Design Leader Steve Geist on the art of designing playful product experiences. Discover Steve's unique ability to blend technology into play experiences, while always prioritizing the user experience and involving cross-functional st...

Here is the 6th episode of the CPO Rising Podcast Series, hosted by Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi . In this podcast, Bose CPO Raza Haider discusses the company's focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences through various channels, including e-commerce and partnerships. Haider mentions that partnerships are sought when there are unmet needs that Bose's core products cannot fulfill....

In this podcast, Product Director Jonathan Ozeran interviews Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Product Manager Anh-Vu Dinh on the challenges and considerations involved in internationalization and mobile app development. Uncover the role of technology, from mobile apps to augmented reality, and the evolving landscape of product development. Dive deep into the hybrid work culture, the impact o...

Here is the 9th episode of the Product Awards Series. Ubiety Techologies CPO Nacho Andrade speaks with Ellipsis Health CPO Melissa McCool . Listeners will explore the innovative use of AI and machine learning to detect anxiety and depression through voice analysis. McCool, a former social worker, recognized the limitations of traditional methods for identifying mental health issues and saw the pot...

How can product leaders navigate the challenges and opportunities of responsible AI in product management? In this podcast, Adobe Senior Product Director Heidi Gibson meets with Fiddler AI Advisor Natalia Burina to discover the nuances and challenges of integrating AI in product management, from leveraging existing capabilities to building AI-powered solutions from scratch. Gain valuable insights...

This is episode 5 of the CPO Rising Podcast Series, hosted by Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi . Here, Calix CPO Shane Eleniak discusses the company's transformation from a traditional systems entity to a software and services organization, a shift he led. Eleniak delves into the company's product-led approach, asserting that product strategy, customer value, and market needs drive their operat...

Why is adopting a product-focused mindset important? In this podcast, Ubiety Technologies CPO Nacho Andrade meets with Craft.io CEO Elad Simon to discuss how adopting a product-focused mindset can drive transformation and growth. Discover valuable insights on embracing curiosity, leveraging qualitative and quantitative data, and exploring innovative tools.

In the 8th episode of the Product Awards Series, Ubiety Techologies CPO Nacho Andrade interviews Sagetap Co-Founder Kevin Hughes. Originally inspired by dating apps, the Sagetap team realized the broken state of software discovery and the need for a platform that categorizes and offers technology in a consumable way. Hughes emphasizes the importance of a clear mission, strategy, and product goals,...

How can you navigate a non-linear career path in the tech industry? In this podcast, Kaboo Founder Neha Shah meets with Atlassian Data Science Lead Nisha Lyer to discuss non-linear career paths, the power of continuous learning, and the significance of product-market fit. Gain valuable insights on leveraging user interviews, synthesizing data, and understanding customer needs.

In episode 4 of the CPO Rising Podcast Series, Products That Count CPO Renée Niemi hosts SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment Chief Product and Digital Officer Kou Raghavan. Through the modernization of websites, improvement of the mobile app, and increased digital usage, SeaWorld has enhanced guest satisfaction, increased revenue, and attracted new visitors. The product team's focus on optimizing the...

How can thoughtful design and innovative products address women's health? In this podcast, Willow Innovations Product CXO Melissa Pickering meets with Herself Health CPO Nicole Lyon to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and inspiring companies that are revolutionizing women's health and the FemTech industry. Gain insights into user-centric design, the motherhood journey, and the importance of...

In episode 7 of the Product Awards Series, Ubiety Techologies CPO Nacho Andrade interviews Novo Director of Product Roger Liu . Liu discusses the importance of balancing customer needs and business outcomes. He underscores the crucial role of robust internal communication and swift execution, which he views as the pillars of successful product creation. Liu emphasizes the importance of correctly i...

How can product leaders navigate product management challenges? In this episode, join Jonathan Ozeran as he interviews Google Product Lead Dan Chuparkoff to gain valuable insights into product management challenges and strategies. Discover Dan's experiences in small startups and large enterprises, his lessons learned, and the importance of effective communication and storytelling in product manage...