October 27, 2025
How do you turn customer feedback into a product strategy that actually works? In this episode of the CPO Rising Series hosted by Products That Count Resident CPO Renee Niemi, Caribou Rewards Chief Product Officer Christine Dupuis will be speaking on transforming caregiver recognition with product innovation. Christine shares her journey from Google to leading a startup that empowers home care agencies, offering unique insights into building innovative, customer-centric products with limited resources.
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Show Notes:
- Product Management Insights
- Product management is the “glue” of an organization
- Customer-driven approach trumps strictly product-driven mindset
- Strategic thinking and data-driven decisions are critical skills
- Communication and feedback receptivity define great product leaders
- Treat your career like a product: iterate and experiment
- Autonomy and meaningful work matter more than company size
- Diverse experiences build stronger product management skills
- Continuous learning is essential in tech
- Prioritize engagement metrics that drive business value
- Balance short-term needs with long-term product vision
- Sales-led pressures can accelerate product development
- AI is an accelerator, not a complete solution
- Hire based on evidence, not just gut feeling
- Create scorecards to minimize hiring bias
- Look for generalists with strategic thinking capabilities
- Mentorship programs can democratize career entry
- Product voice is increasingly important at the C-suite level
- Transparency builds team motivation
- Embrace a culture of fast iteration and learning
- ROI and customer impact should guide product decisions
About the speaker
About the host
Renee Niemi
Mighty Capital, Partner