LEADERS EDITION: Politics & Influence

This April, we're hosting a unique edition focused on the art of politics and influence. Get from first hands insights on managing down, managing up, and managing peers. Additionally, we'll delve into strategies for effectively interacting with CEOs and executives.

✨ Our Speakers

Oscar Péré - Senior Product Manager @Coveo
Oscar is a Senior Product Manager with over 10 years of experience in building and optimizing product, with a strong focus on AI-powered digital products.

Currently at Coveo, he is shaping the future of personalized customer support experiences through Generative AI and advanced search technologies. Previously, he played a key role in developing conversational commerce solutions at Heyday by Hootsuite, helping brands like Decathlon, DAVIDsTEA, and Danone enhance their customer interactions through intelligent virtual agents.

With a background in UX and digital innovation at Sid Lee, where he collaborated with industry leaders such as Facebook, Intel, and Samsung, Oscar blends strategic vision with hands-on execution to seamlessly integrate AI into the shopping journey.

Ruchi Bahadur - Director of Product @Nakisa
Ruchi Bahadur is a seasoned product management leader with over 20 years of experience in cloud SaaS products. At Nakisa, she leads the product strategy and development for the IWMS (Integrated Workplace Management System), focusing on driving innovation and delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of global enterprises. Before joining Nakisa, she was Director of Product Management at Tempo Software, where she led the launch of machine learning features.

With a background spanning software engineering, business analysis, and product management, Ruchi has extensive experience consulting and implementing ERP solutions, particularly in professional services automation and strategic portfolio management. She is also dedicated to sharing knowledge and fostering community growth. Ruchi co-leads the Women in Product Montreal Chapter, organizes events, and is an active member of the Product Tank community, where she presents and shares her insights

Aran Rasmussen - VP Product @Korbit AI
With a career spanning over two decades across AI, e-commerce, and digital strategy, Aran specializes in driving innovative product development at fast-moving startups. As VP of Product at Korbit, he is shaping the future of AI-assisted software development.

Prior to Korbit, Aran played a pivotal role in integrating AI-powered solutions at Salesfloor and Automat, developing virtual sales assistants for online retail. His extensive experience includes leading product teams at Frank + Oak, and developing digital strategies for major brands like Volkswagen and Sephora.

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📅 Agenda

• 5:30 pm: Doors Open
• 6:00 pm: Welcome
• 6:05 pm: 30 min Presentations
• 6:35 pm: Break / Networking
• 7:15 pm: Q&A Session
• 7:45 pm: Break / Networking
• 8:30 pm: Doors Close