The Future of Running an Engineering Team w/ Enrich & Cowboy Ventures for SF Tech Week
Running an engineering team has never been more complex, from balancing AI adoption and platform choices to sustaining velocity while managing tech debt and talent dynamics.
Panelists:
Aileen Lee, Founder & Managing Partner at Cowboy Ventures
Tushar Jain, EVP of Engineering & Product at Docker
Rahul Iyer, VP of Engineering at Vercel/V0
Together, they’ll explore the evolving expectations of engineering leadership, how to navigate the trade-offs between innovation and efficiency, and what the next decade of engineering management may look like.
Format: Moderated fireside chat followed by audience Q&A
Why Attend:
Learn how top leaders are rethinking engineering org design in an AI-first era
Explore practical strategies for managing velocity, tech debt, and shifting skill sets
Gain investor and operator perspectives on the future of engineering leadership
Who Should Attend
This event is restricted to CTOs, CPOs, VPs of Engineering or Product, Tech Leaders, and Founders who want to stay ahead of the curve in how engineering teams are run, scaled, and led.
About Enrich
Enrich is a private network for ambitious, growth-minded leaders who want to invest in themselves. Through structured workshops, facilitated discussions, and intimate dinners, we help people make better decisions, lead more effectively, and grow in their careers. https://www.joinenrich.com/
About Cowboy Ventures
Cowboy Ventures is an early-stage focused venture capital firm founded by Aileen Lee. The firm partners with seed-stage technology companies that are reimagining work and life, helping founders build iconic, enduring businesses. Cowboy Ventures is known for its hands-on support, deep network, and commitment to backing diverse, mission-driven teams shaping the future of technology and society. https://www.cowboy.vc/