Product Meetup Bratislava #19 in PechaKucha Style!

After a short summer break, Product Tank Bratislava is here again! 🔥

But this time we are bringing you a new format in Pecha Kucha, designed to expand your knowledge and keep things fun and engaging! ⚡️

What is Pecha Kucha?

Presentation format that uses 20 slides or images that are displayed for 20 seconds each. This ensures a dynamic presentation packed with insights and guarantees all content is covered! ✨

🎤 Speakers & Talks:

🧠 Building Kick-Ass Products with HCI Principles at Slido
Speaker: Tomáš Košťan, Integrations PM at Slido on

Ever wondered why everyday items like microwaves, washing machines, or stoves can be frustrating to use at first, while complex apps often feel instantly intuitive? If so, join me for a quick talk where I’ll reveal how we’ve leveraged the fundamentals of human-computer interaction to create the smart, user-friendly features that have made Slido a success.

🧱 Rising from the Rubble: How My Startup Failure Led Me to Product Management
Speaker: Honza Belohlavek, Senior PM at Bloomreach on

Ever wonder how a failed startup can actually set you up for success? In this talk, I’ll share the story of how my first venture went down in flames—and how it lit the way to my career in Product Management. I’ll break down the classic PM responsibilities like market research, prioritization, and stakeholder wrangling by showing how we botched them in our startup. Expect some laughs, a few facepalm moments, and plenty of insights on how those mistakes became the lessons that turned me into a PM. If you’re into real talk and learning from epic fails, this one’s for you!

🌳 Try to always see the forest, not only the trees
Speaker: Mario Ceselka, Senior PM at Vestberry

In the fast-paced world of product development, it's easy to become laser-focused on solving specific, immediate issues. However, this often leads us to overlook the bigger picture—the underlying, overarching problems that may be contributing to these smaller challenges in the first place. In this talk, I will talk about balancing detail-oriented problem-solving with big-picture thinking.

💥 From 0 to 1
Speaker: Adam Haviar, Co-Founder of Lumi

For me personally, the most exciting part of building a business is creating something out of nothing. However, it comes with significant struggles, doesn't generate much money initially, and, of course, the odds of success are really slim. Despite all of this, it’s really fun and since I'm doing it for the fourth time now, I've gathered some data and stories on how to improve your chances. I would like to share that with you to help structure your thinking to discover relatively quickly whether your idea is worth pursuing.

🪄 Influencing product decision at Škoda
Speaker: Walter Lima, Lead UX Designer, Lighting Beetle*

Walter will shed light on his unusual role as a Design Lead on the client side and talk about his influence on Škoda's product decisions. He will explore the challenges of trend-chasing in a rapidly evolving market and highlight the importance of design research in creating products that truly resonate with users. An advocate of human-centred design, Walter will reveal how Škoda strives to deliver products that meet real needs while staying ahead of the curve.

💭 The PM Compass
Speaker: Erik Werner, Insights Driven PM

Lost in the PM jungle? Discover your true north! Learn to map your stakeholders, leverage your strengths, and chart a course for success. Whether you're a seasoned PM or just starting out, this talk will help you find your bearings in the complex world of product management.
Navigate smarter, not harder – calibrate your PM Compass!

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Proudly sponsored by Slido and Bloomreach, this event aims to be a thought provoking and insightful gathering for product managers, UX designers, and anyone interested in the world of Product! 💡

Come and join us to expand your knowledge, network with fellow product enthusiasts, and gain valuable insights!

​If you really need an additional nudge, food 🍕 & drinks 🍺 are on us!

​ ✋🏼Spaces are limited, make sure to register to secure your spot! ✋🏼