Product Led Growth Leaders

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Owner and Principal Consultant of Tactical Business Partners, Charles Berg. Charles shares insights on early-stage product development, funding challenges, and the importance of a clear business model. He emphasizes the need for a minimum viable product (MVP) and the value of adaptability and focus. He covers the evolution of technology, the impact of AI, and the personal commitment require...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Co-Founder and CPO of Heartee Foods, Robert Imbeault. Robert shares his extensive experience in the SaaS industry, emphasizing the importance of user experience (UX) in product development. He discusses the origin of Ascend, focusing on simplifying compliance processes for supply chains. The conversation also covers the balance between sales and product development, insights into the ventur...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO of Planorama Lab, Matt Genovese. Matt shares his expertise in software engineering, product leadership, and technology, focusing on AI and IoT. Matt discusses the evolving landscape of SaaS applications, emphasizing the importance of clear requirements for development teams and addressing specific user problems. Matt highlights the potential of AI in automating requirements gathering an...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder of enäks, David Pop. David emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach that includes market research, consumer behavior analysis, and strategic marketing execution. He highlights the importance of balancing short-term wins with long-term goals and stresses the critical role of product quality. David also covers common challenges faced by startups, the value of collaboration, an...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Owner of Dream Vacations, Nick Mornard. Nick shares his insights on the critical role of mindset in leadership, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's "why" to overcome challenges. He discusses common pitfalls for entrepreneurs, such as prioritization struggles, and highlights the value of mentorship. The episode also explores the impact of AI on business and the diverse backgro...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the President of Strawberry Innovation, Jules Strickland. Julie, a mechanical engineer with experience at NASA and Northrop Grumman, shares her journey as a non-traditional student and discusses innovation and leadership in high-stakes industries like aerospace. She emphasizes the complexities of patents versus trade secrets, the importance of fostering a culture of innovation, and provides ins...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of Product Pursuits, Natasha Gorodetsky. Natasha shares her extensive background in product management, including roles at SAP and her current focus on helping early-stage and venture-backed startups develop impactful products. She covers the challenges of integrating AI into product development, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs before adopting AI s...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of NewMail AI, Yohann Abittan. Yohann shares insights into making AI safer and more trustworthy. He delves into the challenges of email overload and how NewMail AI aims to address this issue by using AI to prioritize and manage emails effectively. The host facilitates the discussion, exploring Yohann's professional background and NewMail AI's innovative solutions.

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Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Workstream Owner of Simple Salt, Dylan Evans. Dylan clarifies the misconceptions between internet crime and internet security, emphasizing that many perceived cyber threats involve traditional crime tactics rather than sophisticated hacking. He critiques outdated security measures and stresses the importance of understanding real risks. Dylan discusses his work with high-trust professional...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Co-Founder of Otterly, Klaus-M. Schremser. Klaus shares his journey through the tech industry, highlighting his roles in startups like Wiki Docs and User Snap. Klaus delves into the effectiveness of TikTok as a B2B traction channel and the evolving landscape of SEO due to AI and large language models (LLMs). Klaus introduces Otterly, his current venture, which helps businesses adapt to thes...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Head of Growth and Operations at Navattic, Natalie Marcotullio. Natalie highlights the challenges founders face in showcasing their products effectively, particularly during the early stages. She emphasizes the importance of creating interactive demos to help potential customers understand the product better. Natalie introduces Nevada, a tool that allows users to create interactive demos wi...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and President of Next Gen Tech 360, Robyn Mussler. Robyn discusses her career and her initiative, Next Gen Tech 360. This award-winning platform aims to equip high school students with essential skills in technology and business. The conversation highlights Robyn's efforts to bridge the gap between education and industry, her unique consultancy model, and the importance of user expe...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Executive Coach of Adam Weber Coaching, Adam Weber. Adam shares his journey and insights from his experience in high-growth startups, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, psychological safety, and personal growth for effective leadership. Adam covers the emotional challenges faced by founders, the evolution of HR towards a more strategic role, and the impact of generational values ...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Co-Founder of Workday Ninja, Alane Boyd. Alane shares her professional journey, emphasizing her experiences in strategic marketing and leadership roles, including her time as president and chief product officer at Go Fan Base. She delves into the challenges of sales and product development in today's market, the importance of customer feedback, and the evolving role of AI. Alane highlights ...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and Chief Pitch Artist of Startup Hypeman, Rajiv Nathan. Rajiv delves into the challenges tech startups face in effectively communicating their value propositions and go-to-market strategies. Rajiv emphasizes the importance of crafting clear and compelling pitches to attract investors and customers. He discusses common pitfalls in startup messaging, the significance of understanding...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO of IdeaScale, Nick Jain. Nick discusses large organizations and the innovation challenges that they face and how IdeaScale's platform addresses these by democratizing idea generation. Nick emphasizes the importance of tapping into the collective intelligence of all employees, not just executives, to foster innovation. He explains how IdeaScale allows users to submit, vote on, and refine...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, speaks to the Director of Product at LinkedIn, Praveen Gujar. Praveen is an experienced product manager who has worked for top tech firms like Huawei, AWS, Twitter, and currently, LinkedIn.

They explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in product development and user experience. Praveen highlights AI's long-standing presence in systems and its recent rise to prominence with generati...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Co-Founder and Board Member of PinMeTo, Daniel Melkersson. PinMeTo is a company aiding multi-location brands in managing their local SEO and online presence. Daniel shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of failure and learning from his diverse background in music, sports, and digital development. He discusses the challenges that large brands face in maintaining cons...

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO and Founder of RKS Design, Ravi Sawhney. Ravi shares his extensive experience in product development and market validation, emphasizing the importance of understanding consumer needs. He discusses the process of validating ideas, the role of design in enhancing user experience, and the concept of product-led growth. Ravi recounts notable projects, including a touchscreen interface at Xe...