How can active listening help product leaders be more effective at building customer-centric products powered by AI and machine learning? In this episode of the Product Talk podcast, host Justin Leibow sits down with the Choice Hotels International Senior Product Manager and winner of the Products That Count Product Leader Award Rohit Taneja to speak on leveraging active listening and AI. Rohit shares his journey into product management, highlighting the importance of balancing technology with human judgment and decision-making. Listeners will gain insights into Rohit's strategies for launching new products, influencing without authority, and mentoring the next generation of product leaders.

How can product leaders approach bridging the gap between engineering and product management? In this podcast hosted by Nacho Andrade, DataCamp's Chief Product and Technology Officer Eduardo Oliveira will be speaking on bridging the gap between engineering and product management. Oliveira shares his unique perspective on transitioning from an engineering background into a product leadership role, and the key lessons he's learned about identifying and addressing critical product gaps to drive business impact.

What is the secret to building successful products? In this podcast hosted by Barbara Bermes, Workleap Co-founder & CEO Simon de Baene will share his insights on the power of simplicity in product development. Learn how he and his team built products like ShareGate by embracing a minimalist approach, and discover how to balance data-driven decisions with instinct and passion when developing innovative software.

How can SaaS/AI be leveraged to enhance environmental justice and community engagement? 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, host and Silicon Valley Bank (a division of First Citizens Bank) Climate Tech & Sustainability SVP Maggie Wong will be interviewing Unified Ground Founder & CEO Jamil Ellis to discuss building SaaS technology to enhance environmental justice and community engagement, best practices utilizing AI for data analytics and relationship development, as well as leveraging the climate ecosystem to optimize partnerships and growth.

What do product leaders need to consider to deliver value-based care through customer-centric innovation? In this podcast hosted by Chenny Solaiyappan, DUOS Chief Strategy and Growth Officer Jenn Kerfoot shares insights on the evolving healthcare landscape, the role of technology and data, and her advice for aspiring healthcare entrepreneurs. Tune in to learn how Jenn is helping DUOS bridge the gaps in healthcare and deliver personalized, coordinated care.

How can product leaders build innovative solutions to tackle the complex challenges of the circular economy? In this episode hosted by Jonathan Ozeran, Rheaply VP of Product Sabira Lakhani shares insights on navigating the journey of creating asset reuse, material exchange, and empowering industries to transition from a linear to a circular model. From her early experiences witnessing the global waste crisis to building technology that enables circularity at scale, her story offers valuable lessons on driving systemic change through product development.

How can product leaders scale enterprise businesses in the highly regulated financial industry? In this episode hosted by Sid Shaik, Treasuer Financial CPO Julia Stefani shares insights on leveraging personalization powered by AI and the potential of embedded finance to drive innovation and accessibility in FinTech. Tune in to learn Julia's strategies for preparing teams, identifying growth engines, and sustaining success in a rapidly evolving market.

How can product leaders effectively lead teams and drive success when entering a new industry? In this episode hosted by Mark Bailes, Sentara Health Head of Product Cybersecurity Commercialization Shane Wooten shares his insights on positioning yourself for success when transitioning to a new vertical. Learn how to build trust and credibility with experienced teams, sell a compelling product vision, and leverage your core product skills to make an impact - even without prior industry expertise. Shane draws on his diverse background, spanning entrepreneurship, Fortune 500 companies, and now healthcare, to provide practical advice for product managers looking to take on new challenges and accelerate their careers by expanding into unfamiliar markets.

What can product leaders expect in 2025? In this insightful episode, Products That Count Founder and Board Chair SC Moatti joins Products That Count CEO Hoda Mehr to discuss five key predictions for the product management space in the coming year. From the financial outperformance of product-led companies to the rising prominence of Chief Product Officers becoming CEOs, the conversation delves into the transformative trends shaping the future of product leadership. They also explore how AI is redefining the role of product managers, the critical need for reskilling, and the growing anxiety around AI's impact on the profession. With a wealth of data and real-world examples, this episode provides product leaders with a roadmap to navigate the exciting changes ahead and position themselves for success in 2025 and beyond.

How can healthcare organizations harness the power of predictive analytics, AI, and member-centric strategies to achieve the Triple Aim of better care, lower costs, and improved population health? In this episode of the Care Catalyst series hosted by Chenny Solaiyappan, mPulse CPO Saeed Aminzadeh shares his insights on leveraging data and advanced technologies to transform healthcare. He discusses his journey in building data-driven solutions that empower health plans to proactively engage members, improve experiences, and drive better outcomes.