Ever wondered how to step into the world of Product Management? Curious about what it takes to succeed and move up the ladder?

Today’s guest host, Becca Moran, speaks with Hunter Guerin about how he stepped into a new role as a Product Manager and where that career path led him.

They discuss:

• His background as a mechanical engineer in the defense contracting space, prior to stepping into product management
• Advice on how to get a job in product and ways to navigate into the field.
• How to create a balanced career by making time for sabbaticals.
• Ways that Product Managers can advocate for themselves in order to step into leadership positions and move forward in their career.
• How Hunter transitioned out of Product Management into the role of a startup founder.

About today’s host: With 5+ years of experience leading startup product teams and almost 10 years in the DC tech scene, Becca offers a wealth of valuable insights. She is currently the Vice President, Product & Engagement at Procurated, where she leads the product, design, and engineering functions for the company.

About today’s guest: Hunter Guerin is the founder of LLAMAWOOD, an on-demand firewood delivery platform. He has 15+ years of experience in engineering and product development, he loves local communities and is obsessed with wood fires. You can find him in Richmond, VA, where he lives with his wife and two kids, playing with fire.