Getting Started in Product Management in 2026

Why this event

Breaking into Product in 2026 isn’t easy. AI is reshaping the discipline, traditional career paths are shifting, and competition for entry-level roles is tougher than ever.

But 2026 is also a year of opportunity — for those who adapt. The role of the Product Manager is evolving, not disappearing. And for candidates who understand the new landscape, there is still enormous upside.

This session is designed to cut through the noise and give you practical clarity on how to get started in Product Management today.

In March’s event, you’ll learn:

• The core skills and capabilities modern PMs need to succeed
• How to position yourself in applications and stand out in interviews
• What it really takes to excel in your first product role

If you’re serious about launching a product career in 2026, this is where you start.

Speakers

José Manuel Pérez Prado - Founder & CEO @ The Hero Camp
After working in big companies for more than 17 years Jose left in 2017 to break the inertia and pursue his dream: starting his own company in the field of education and future of work. The Hero Camp is a leading digital product school based in Spain that offers intensive training, workshops, and coaching for product managers, designers, and teams.

Alex Carrasco - Product Manager @ Westinghouse & product community organiser
Alex is a product-driven technologist passionate about building digital products that create real value for people. A self-described tech, AI, and physics enthusiast, he thrives on rapid learning, execution, and clear communication across English, French, and Spanish—using product management to make technology more human. Aside from work Alex organises product and tech meetups in the city.

Timings and location

7:00 - Welcome
7:10 - Talks start
8:00 - Q&A
8:20 - Networking

Mercadona Tech. C. de Orense, 34, Tetuán, 28020 Madrid
https://maps.app.goo.gl/56X49sNzxebwSh3g9

Our sponsor

Mercadona Tech is the technology engine behind Mercadona’s digital growth, dedicated to building and scaling the supermarket chain’s online channel.

The team designs and evolves the e-commerce experience while developing advanced logistics and operational systems that power fast, efficient order preparation and delivery from their warehouses.

Mercadona will kindly be providing drinks and snacks during the event.