How can AI be leveraged for customer insights? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Kaboo Founder Neha Shah, Appfire CPO Andy Boyd speaks on scaling product teams and leveraging AI to gain deeper customer insights. He discusses the role of the CPO in defining a winning product strategy across a portfolio, building high-performing teams, and putting systems in place to drive organizational effectiveness. Andy also highlights how AI can complement product management by helping teams better understand the voice of the customer through data analysis and synthesis. He provides practical advice for product managers looking to break into the field, emphasizing the importance of cultivating curiosity, connecting with product leaders, and taking advantage of training resources.

What key frameworks and strategies can be implemented to drive product success? In this episode of the CPO Rising Series hosted by Products That Count Resident CPO Renee Niemi, WISEcode CPO Dylan Casey speaks on his unique background as a former professional cyclist who transitioned into product management at companies like Google and Goldman Sachs. He shares insights on developing a strong product development framework, establishing rituals and processes to free up time for creative work, and how AI is poised to impact and empower product managers.

How can product design and marketing be optimized with psychology and AI? In this episode hosted by Nacho Andrade, Solsten CEO & Co-Founder Joe Schaeppi speaks on his background in UX design, clinical psychology, and adventure therapy, and how that blend of skills informs his approach to product development. He highlights the limitations of demographic and behavioral data in predicting customer behavior, and explains how Solsten uses AI and psychology to provide companies with more accurate insights to optimize their product design, marketing, and advertising. Joe also offers his thoughts on the role of AI in creativity and the future of human-computer interaction.

How can product leaders scale enterprise tech businesses? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Sid Shaik, Globalization Partners SVP and Head of Product Gangadhar "GK" Konduri shares his extensive experience building and scaling products across various industries, including customer data platforms, digital customer experience, and HR tech. Listeners will gain valuable insights into establishing product-market fit, navigating compliance requirements for SaaS product, and the role of AI in product development.

How can product leaders drive product innovation through organizational agility and AI adoption? In this episode of the CPO Rising Series hosted by Products That Count Resident CPO Renee Niemi, Cox Automotive EVP and CPO Marianne Johnson discusses her approach to leading product development at scale. She shares insights on leveraging organizational agility, data-driven decision-making, and the transformative potential of AI to deliver exceptional customer experiences. From aligning product strategy with corporate vision to building high-performing teams, this conversation offers a masterclass in product leadership that can inspire leaders across industries.

How can product leaders accelerate innovation through AI and ecosystem partnerships? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Products That Count Resident CPO Renee Niemi, Capgemini Engineering Chief Digital Officer and Intelligent Products & Services Leader Nicolas Rousseau speaks on the rapid pace of innovation and the role of Chief Product Officers in navigating the changing technology landscape. Nicolas shares insights on the acceleration of time to market, innovation, and customer expectations, with AI at the forefront. He highlights the importance of optimizing product development processes for short-term gains and long-term potential, as well as leveraging AI expertise across different industries. Nicolas also addresses the challenges of scaling AI products and managing thousands of intelligent devices, emphasizing the need for speed and foresight in product development amidst rapid technological change.

How can product leaders navigate large organizations? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Kaboo Founder Neha Shah, JPMorgan Chase & Co VP of Product Rashmi Ketha discusses her journey from data science to product management. Rashmi shares insights on navigating large organizations, building successful products, and the skills needed to break into product management. She emphasizes the importance of relationship building, communication, and taking small steps to explore new opportunities. The discussion also covers virtual work etiquette and advice for aspiring product managers.

What is the future of work and product leadership going to look like? In this episode of the CPO Rising Series hosted by Products That Count Resident CPO Renee Niemi, Zoom CPO Smita Hashim speaks on her journey in product management, the importance of mentors and personal growth, the role of empathy and collaboration in leadership, and how Zoom is leveraging AI to enhance the product experience for customers. Smita shares insights on prioritizing product features, planning for the long-term, and the evolving role of product managers in the age of AI.

How can product leaders navigate remote communication challenges? In this episode of Product Talk hosted by Workleap Director of Product Barbara Bermes, Upwork Director of Engineering Sebastiano Armeli speaks on managing remote teams and effective async communication. He discusses strategies for using Slack productively, setting clear expectations for response times, and fostering a healthy remote work culture. Sebastiano emphasizes the importance of empathy, clarity, and leading by example in digital communications. He also touches on detecting high performers in remote settings, the future of remote work, and what makes a great product manager. The conversation provides practical tips for leaders navigating the challenges of distributed teams and remote collaboration.

How does democratizing EV charging access facilitate the decarbonization of the mobility sector? The scale and urgency of the transformation required to fight climate change has never been more clear. Building hardware and software products, acquiring the funding and creating a diverse community to enhance talent capacity and to drive innovation, is essential to tackling this global environmental crisis. In this podcast, Silicon Valley Bank (a division of First Citizens Bank) Climate Tech & Sustainability SVP Maggie Wong will be interviewing Voltpost CEO and Founder Jeff Prosserman to discuss decarbonizing mobility by enabling EV charging through lamp posts, leveraging everyone's unique skillset to contribute to sustainable product development, as well as keeping impact and diversity top of mind during the process.