Executive Panel: Mapping the future - What's in store for the CPO role?
In this panel discussion, we'll touch upon three key themes that have emerged in the CPO community within the last 12-18 months.
i) Are companies still looking for a standalone CPO or is the remit of the CPO changing to cover other functions like Technology, Marketing, and Commercial?
ii) What's the impact of AI on product management and especially Product Leadership roles?
iii) There is a small number of CPOs moving into MD/CEO roles - will this become more common in tech companies?
Moderated by Namrata Sarmah (Founder of CPO Track), we'll hear from Leah Farmer, Georgie Smallwood, Deep Bagchee and Martin Eriksson 🚀
Agenda:
6pm - 7pm: Guest check-ins, networking, food & drinks
7pm - 8pm: Panel discussion, audience Q&A
8pm - 9pm: More networking & close
Speaker bios:
Leah Farmer is an executive coach and product leader with over 25 years of experience across big tech, scaleups, and startups. As the founder of Leah Farmer Coaching, she helps tech leaders unlock their potential, prevent burnout, and build sustainable success. A former CPO and technology executive, Leah specialises in scaling teams, driving product innovation, and leading complex transformations across Fintech, Healthtech, and Travel. She also co-hosts the Practical Product Management podcast.
Georgie Smallwood is the Chief Product, Data, and Technology Officer at Moonpig Group PLC, leading innovation and technology strategy. With a track record of scaling high-growth tech businesses, she previously served as Chief Product Officer at TIER Mobility and N26, where she helped grow users from 700,000 to 7 million. She is the founder of Auxilia Global, an angel investor, and a passionate advocate for diversity in tech and venture funding.
Deep Bagchee is a media and product executive with a track record of digital transformation, product innovation, and commercial growth. As President & Managing Director, International at CNBC, he oversees global strategy and operations. Previously, he was Chief Product Officer at ITV and The Economist, leading major product launches, driving audience growth, and improving engagement. Passionate about building products customers love, he focuses on empowering teams and delivering business impact.
Martin Eriksson is a founder, investor, and advisor with 30 years of experience bridging operators, executives, boards, and investors. As Product Partner at EQT Group and EQT Ventures, he built a team supporting 200+ portfolio companies. He is the Founder of ProductTank, Co-Founder & Chairman of Mind the Product, and co-author of the best-selling book Product Leadership. A global speaker on vision, strategy, and decision-making, he helps companies embed strategic clarity and empower teams to move faster.