Is there a formula for high-performing P&D teams?

The Berlin CTO Roundtable is back, and this time we’re tackling a critical question: Is there a formula for high-performing P&D teams?
Join us for an evening of insightful discussions and valuable takeaways from fellow CTOs and engineering leaders as we explore pragmatic, real-world tips and examples for building successful teams.

Our Panel includes:
Eric Bowman - CTO at King
Dan Gebler - VP of Product at SumUp
Alex Ischenko - VP Engineering at Elopage
Fabian Wesner - CTO at ROQ

Here’s what you can expect:
Panel Discussion: We’ll dive deep into the concept of “high-performing product teams” — a term that’s become a buzzword in recent years. Despite the abundance of literature on the subject, many engineering leaders still struggle to consistently implement these principles at scale. Our panelists will share their experiences, discuss the challenges, and offer actionable advice for creating and sustaining high-performing teams.
Networking: Connect with your peers, share experiences, and gain practical insights to implement in your own teams.
Refreshments: Enjoy drinks and snacks, courtesy of our sponsor, King.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and enhance your approach to team building. We look forward to seeing you there!

The CTO Roundtable is organized by Elmar Weber (CTO at Morressier) and Christoph Beckmann (Founder/CTO at TechMiners). If you're interested in sponsoring, hosting, or contributing a topic for upcoming events, please don't hesitate to reach out!

Space is limited! Register now to secure your spot.

Details and background of our panel

Eric Bowman - CTO at King
Eric is the CTO at King, known for Candy Crush, and has held key technology positions at TomTom and Zalando. Throughout his career, which has spanned sectors such as telecommunications, e-commerce, and location technology, Eric has used technology to enhance traditional methods and practices. His recent projects focus on applying AI to areas like mapmaking and software development, aiming to improve efficiency, flow, and creativity.

Eric has been instrumental in adopting new tools such as Github Copilot and ChatGPT. Initially skeptical, he now views these tools as important for improving the productivity and cognitive aspects of software engineering. His perspectives shape how upcoming software engineers approach their education and careers, promoting innovation and lifelong learning in the technology field.

Dan Gebler - VP of Product at SumUp
Dan is a product leader with 25 years of experience—on both the client and agency sides—in editorial, media, marketing, product management, and user experience design. My passion is building impactful products by developing motivated, high-performing teams; connecting with audiences in meaningful, data-driven ways; and making it happen with velocity and quality. I'm currently the VP of Product for Hardware at SumUp, a fin-tech and payment providing leader supporting >3.5 million merchants in over 30 global markets. Dan has a family of digital natives and lives and works in Berlin, Germany.

Alex Ischenko - VP Engineering at Elopage
Alex Ischenko, VP of Engineering at Elopage (B2B, SaaS, Fintech), began his career as a Software Engineer over 20 years ago, and moved to Senior Management roles. His extensive experience includes: 15+ years building and leading development teams, 10+ years in startup environments and managed 100+ FTE teams.
Expertise in SaaS, Insurtech, Healthcare, Gaming, Real Estate, and Fintech. Alex is passionate about mentorship and public speaking, eagerly sharing his leadership and architectural knowledge.

Fabian Wesner - CTO at ROQ
Fabian is an experienced CTO and technical entrepreneur. His last company Spryker is one of the most successful e-commerce software vendors in Europe with enterprise customers like Aldi, Toyota, Metro, and Hilti. Spryker was recognized as a Visionary in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant. He previously served as CTO at Project A Ventures and Rocket Internet, offering technical expertise to over 20 startups. At ROQ, Fabian oversees the technical aspects of large-scale e-commerce projects.