What we’re about
Welcome product enthusiasts!
We're a meet-up group that host bi-monthly live speaking events for those interested in the world of digital products, innovation, design and doing things differently!
Each meet-up features new guests from some of the most influential product companies around the world, providing unique insights, tangible ideas and new techniques to help drive change from the inside out.
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Who should join?
We like to think of ourselves as a community which is inclusive and open to all. As mentioned above, if you love anything product related, then you'll enjoy our events!
We try and cover the multi-faceted world of products, and have speakers who cover a wide range of topics, breaking down the barriers for all who attend.
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Why join?
We believe designing and building great products should be a fun and collaborative
process and people should have the knowledge they need to do their best work.
Product Unleashed is on a mission to demystify the world of collaborative product design. Opening your eyes to bold ideas, as well as providing inspiration for new ways of working.
If you join our meet-up, we promise to offer you:
- Regular events
- Valuable insights and actionable takeaways from industry leaders
- Time to socialise and mix with product peers
- The chance to learn new techniques and share your own point of view
- The opportunity to build a product toolkit
- Free food and drink to keep your energy up and your mind focused!
If this sounds interesting to you, please sign up for one of our events and come and say hello 👋🏽
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We look forward to meeting you!
John & Dom
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Product Unleashed Brighton: October MeetupFreedom Works Brighton, Brighton
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Event Description:
——————————Welcome product enthusiasts!
We're a meet-up group that hosts regular speaking events for those interested in the world of digital products and doing things differently!
Each meet-up features new guests from some of the most influential product companies around the world, providing unique insights, tangible ideas, and new techniques to help drive change from the inside out.————————
Event Format:
————————This is a hybrid event, offering the option to come along in person or join us from anywhere in the world online!
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Venue:
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🚨 We are at Freedom Works Brighton, a stone's throw from the seafront. We're looking forward to seeing you there! 🚨————————
Our speakers:
————————Speaker 1: Gess Puglielli
Gess Puglielli is an accomplished design leader with extensive experience in user-centered design.
She has worked with major brands like ITV, Credit Suisse, and Virgin Media, leading projects in UX, UI, and product design across various industries. Currently, as Head of Product Design at MPB, she manages the product design team and drives strategy for the company's re-commerce platform. Her expertise spans agile methodologies, complex SaaS solutions, and design systems, with a focus on creating intuitive, research-driven user experiences.
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About the Talk:
————————Beyond the Blueprint: Crafting Your Career with Transferable Skills
Embark on a transformative exploration of your career potential as a designer or product professional. Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, find out how my journey across industries and borders has enriched my transferable skills.
Learn how to adapt and thrive in any environment, armed with the tools to leverage your diverse experiences for maximum impact in the design world.
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Speaker 2: Raff Di Meo
Raff Di Meo is a Product Designer with over a decade of experience in the digital industry.
With a background in business and education, Raff's expertise lies in crafting user-centered digital products.
He previously led the design team at Doddle, developing innovative solutions for e-commerce returns technologies for global brands like Amazon, New Balance, Adidas, and Nespresso. Doddle's was acquired by Blue Yonder, the world's leading supply chain management platform.Beyond his design work, Raff is a thought leader in the design community. In his publication, Some Designers, he regularly shares insights on breaking into design, the intersection of design and business, and the importance of research.
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About the Talk:
————————From silos to synergy
Creating a successful product isn't just about great design—it's about how well teams work together.
This talk will explore how breaking down barriers between UX, Product, Engineering, Sales, and Marketing can transform your organisation into a customer-focused powerhouse. I'll share real-world examples and actionable insights for improving communication and teamwork across departments, showing how a collaborative approach leads to innovative solutions and better customer experiences. Discover how collaboration can drive a shift towards customer-centric design and boost your product's success.
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About your hosts:
——————————Product Unleashed is brought to you by your hosts John Griffin and Dominic Port.
The duo has worked on the design of products of all shapes and sizes and bring their energy and enthusiasm to this unique meetup, packed with great guests and knowledge - for anyone interested in levelling up their game in the world of products.
The pair are helping to create a launchpad for design strategy and product shaping from the ground up, paving the way for new explorative ways to bring Design to the forefront of Ford Credit.
