What to expect
- Unique perspectives from featured VP/C-suite products executives
- Webinar Format: Enjoy our Speaker Presentation followed by Q&A Session
How can product managers evolve into general managers in an AI-first world? In this webinar hosted by Denise Hemke, Checkr Sr. Product Director Pratik Shah, former Product Lead at Lyft & Airbnb, will discuss the evolving path from PM to GM, focusing on the skills, mindset, and business acumen required to take on broader ownership. He will share insights on navigating P&L responsibility, driving cross-functional alignment, and making strategic trade-offs beyond product decisions. Tune in to learn how PMs can expand their scope, think like GMs, and position themselves for leadership in an increasingly business-driven world.
About the speaker
Sr. Director of Product with 10+ years in consumer/marketplaces & SMB/commerce. Led consumer product lines at Lyft & Airbnb, managing $B+ portfolios, scaling new bets from $0 to $100M+ product lines and managing teams of 100+ XFN.
About the host
As the Chief Product Officer at NEOGOV, Denise leads the strategy for public sector HR and Public Safety software, driving innovation, customer satisfaction, and excellence. Her experience at Checkr as Chief Product Officer saw her delivering customer-focused products and promoting a fairer future. Denise’s notable career spans over two decades, with significant roles including GM for Analytics at Workday, where she launched new products and grew the business to over $200 million in ARR. Her background includes leadership positions at Platfora, Salesforce, HSBC, and AT&T, showcasing her expertise in enterprise product development and a commitment to technological advancement and customer success.