About us
ProductTank is a global network of meetups for product people, by product people, and provides an opportunity for Product Managers in Porto to exchange ideas and experiences about Product Design, Development and Management, Business Modelling, Metrics, User Experience, and all the other things that get us excited.
Events include talks from guest speakers on topics around product management, networking opportunities, and a good old-fashioned chin-wag over a beer or two. We're open to companies big and small. We also welcome early-stage technology businesses looking to learn how to get their ideas off the ground.
We also have a blog and encourage the community to get engaged by commenting on or writing new posts for http://www.mindtheproduct.com
👉 If you're interested in attending, speaking, sponsoring, or even volunteering to help organize ProductTank Porto events, please fill out this short form (3min): https://lnkd.in/dC-Zs6_u
Finally, check out our annual conferences in San Francisco and London: http://mtpcon.com
Upcoming events
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Principles first: A better approach to change with Hugo Froes
Pixelmatters, Av. dos Aliados 168 4º Andar, 4000-065 Porto, Porto, PT🚨 Limited spots available! This is an in-person event, so please only RSVP if you can attend. If your plans change, kindly release your spot to allow someone on the waitlist to join.
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### 🚀 Principles First: A Better Approach to Change
In this upcoming ProductTank Porto session, we welcome Hugo Froes to explore why leading with principles — not process — is a more powerful way to drive meaningful change.
In many organisations, change initiatives quickly turn into frameworks, checklists, and new processes. But real transformation rarely comes from adding more structure. It comes from clarity of thinking and strong guiding principles.
In this talk, we’ll reflect on:
✨ Why process alone doesn’t create alignment
✨ How principles unlock autonomy and better decision-making
✨ What shifts when teams focus on intent instead of complianceExpect a thoughtful and practical conversation designed to challenge how we approach change and rethink the way we lead product work.
We’ll wrap up with Q&A, networking, and drinks with the ProductTank Porto community.
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## 🎤 Speaker
Hugo Froes
Director of Product Strategy and Advisory
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugofroes/***
## 📍 Location
Pixelmatters
Av. dos Aliados 168 4º Andar, 4000-065 Porto
(next door to the building, event sign on the door)***
## 🗓️ Agenda
🕕 18:45 – Doors open
🎤 19:00 – Talk begins
❓ 20:00 – Q&A
🤝 20:15 – Networking
🍻 21:00 – End***
💡 This event is proudly hosted by Pixelmatters – thank you for supporting the Porto product community!
✅ RSVP will open closer to the event—stay tuned!
📸 By attending, you agree that photos taken during the event may be used for promotional purposes.20 attendees
Transitioning into Product: Breaking In & Thriving in the Role w/ Mariana Trigo
Location not specified yet🚨 Limited spots available! This is an in-person event, so please only RSVP if you can attend. If your plans change, kindly release your spot to allow someone on the waitlist to join.
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### 🚀 Transitioning into Product: Breaking In and Thriving in the Role
Breaking into Product is one thing. Succeeding and growing in the role is another.
With Product roles becoming increasingly competitive and ambiguous, many professionals find themselves asking:
How do I transition into Product?
What does success really look like once I’m there?
And how do I keep growing without burning out or losing direction?In this ProductTank Porto session, we welcome Mariana Trigo, Founder of Tekya.io and Career Coach in Tech, to explore what it truly means to transition into Product and build a sustainable, successful career in the role.
Drawing from her experience working closely with product teams, engineers, and professionals navigating career transitions into tech, Mariana will share practical insights on how to move into Product with intention and how to thrive once you’re in.
This session isn’t about a one-size-fits-all roadmap. It’s about understanding the realities of Product roles and building clarity around your own path, including how to:
✨ Navigate different paths into Product (from tech and non-tech backgrounds).
✨ Set yourself up for success in your first Product role.
✨ Develop the skills and mindset needed to grow as a Product professional.
✨ Avoid common pitfalls and unrealistic expectations around the role.
✨ Progress in Product with confidence, impact, and sustainability.Expect honest conversations, real-world examples, and actionable guidance for anyone considering a move into Product, recently transitioned, or looking to level up in their current role.
We’ll wrap up with Q&A, networking, and drinks with the ProductTank Porto community.
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## 🎤 Speakers
Mariana Trigo
Founder at Tekya.io & Career Coach in Tech
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianatrigo/***
## 📍 Location
TBC
We’re currently finalising the venue***
## 🗓️ Agenda
🕕 18:45 – Doors open
🎤 19:00 – Talk begins
❓ 20:00 – Q&A
🤝 20:15 – Networking
🍻 21:00 – End***
💡 We’re currently finalising the venue and event details — stay tuned!
📅 RSVPs will open soon — keep an eye out to secure your spot.
📸 By attending, you agree that photos taken during the event may be used for promotional purposes.12 attendees
Past events
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