Podcasts about Product design

Today our hosts talk about Andy's experience recording with last episode's guest, and his discovery of the Roland JC-40 through that process. An amp that manages to be both a direct-in silent recording solution and an in-the-room tool. We talk about various tonal revelations, and get reminders that sometimes you need the confidence to say this is good and I will now perform well. Also we're both coming off head colds so who knows what we were on about! Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Les assistants IA de génération de contenu seraient dans le top 3 des agents les plus utilisés en entreprise.Mais comment créer un assistant vraiment utile pour concevoir, peaufiner ou vérifier vos contenus — tout en garantissant la qualité ?Dans l'épisode 45 d'UX Content Craft, @Bastien Hugues nous partage ce projet, de l'idée au déploiement à l'échelle de l'entreprise.Dans son équipe design, il y a un Content Designer Yohann Elmaleh.Puisqu'il est seul à la barre du contenu, Yohann ne peut pas être sur tous les projets.Premier niveau de solution : construire un Content System pour 1) rendre les designers plus autonomes sur la conception du contenu écrit, et 2) s'aligner sur ce qu'est un contenu de qualité.Deuxième niveau : créer un assistant qui permet aux designers de générer du contenu ou de le vérifier selon les guidelines du Content System.Le plus important : l'assistant n'a pas été développé pour gagner du temps mais pour créer un contenu, et donc une expérience, de qualité supérieure.Dans cet épisode, Bastien nous partage :• La méthodologie de conception et de déploiement de l'assistant, qui reposent sur de nombreuses itérations — un projet mené comme la conception d'un produit• Les fondations et pré-requis essentiels qui nourrissent l'assistant IA• Les impacts mesurés avec en ligne de mire la qualité des réponses de l'assistant• Ses conseils pour créer un assistant IA propre à votre entreprise et vos besoins• Les changements dans le quotidien des designers et le rôle du Content Designer aujourd'huiBonne écoute !--L'épisode est aussi accessible en format écrit sur ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠le ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠site de Lorem UX writing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Vous y trouverez les points clés, mes apprentissages et les ressources citées.Pour être au courant de la sortie des nouveaux épisodes, n'hésitez pas :à vous abonner, sur la plateforme d'écoute de votre choixou à me suivre sur ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4baZCZ9 Episode summary In this episode of Insights Unlocked, host Blair Fraser sits down with Andrew Ackermann, VP of Product Design at Samsara, to explore what it really takes to design technology for frontline workers—the people powering the physical economy. Andrew shares how his early exposure to design shaped his career, and why he was drawn to building AI-powered tools for industries like transportation, logistics, and field operations. From ride-alongs with truck drivers to observing mechanics at work, he explains why designing for the frontline requires deep humility, real-world immersion, and a relentless focus on eliminating friction. The conversation dives into the hidden complexity of physical operations, the challenge of replacing paper-based systems with truly better digital tools, and why “elegance” is a guiding principle for creating experiences that feel seamless—even in gritty, unpredictable environments. Andrew also reflects on his transition from Google to Samsara, the difference between designing for moments that matter versus mission-critical daily workflows, and how AI is accelerating product development while raising the bar for quality and value. You'll learn: Why field research and in-person observation uncover insights remote research can't How frontline workers often create their own “workarounds”—and what that reveals about product gaps What it means to design tools that are truly better than paper and pencil Why elegance, humility, and curiosity are essential for enterprise product design The difference between high-volume consumer design and mission-critical B2B software How rapid prototyping and tight feedback loops drive adoption and trust The role AI will play in accelerating product development—and the challenge of cutting through the noise Resources & links Andrew Ackermann on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anackermann/) Learn more about Samsara (https://www.samsara.com/) Watch Samsara's Beyond 2025 conference highlights (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtUxSK4AhAdaFEzqudt-uYIXZUAKpwEkW&si=sjVFJmMweDQ4NoZY) Blair Fraser on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrblairfraser/) Nathan Isaacs on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanisaacs/) Learn more about Insights Unlocked https://www.usertesting.com/podcast

Just translate your website into Spanish and launch in Mexico, right? Wrong. Dead wrong. Mexico is heavily cash-based, credit card acceptance rates are terrible due to fraud. International e-commerce is a minefield of assumptions that silently kill conversions before customers ever see your products.This encore episode brings back Naveen Gunti, VP of Logistics, Digital and Technology for International Markets at American Eagle Outfitters, whose insights are more relevant than ever. Join hosts Chuck Moxley and Nick Paladino as we explore why international means operating in 60+ countries, each with completely different consumer behaviors, payment systems, and brand perceptions. We dive into the concept Naveen calls "macro friction", friction that comes from outside your website, like when marketplaces in a country deliver in one hour and you take three days, making your perfect checkout flow irrelevant. They break down developer and product bias, explaining how building experiences for yourself in ideal conditions on the best network destroys experiences for users who aren't in those conditions. Most powerfully, Naveen warns that assuming you've eliminated all friction is exactly when you've just created it.Key Actionable Takeaways: Localize for market-specific payment and fulfillment expectations - Partner with local infrastructure like cash payment networks in cash-based markets and meet delivery speed standards set by dominant marketplaces, not just your own capabilitiesStop building for yourself in ideal conditions - Test on actual devices, networks, and conditions your users face; developer bias creates friction when you optimize for best-case scenarios that don't represent real usageContinuously test and assume friction is never fully eliminated - The moment you think your experience is frictionless, you've stopped adapting to evolving customer expectations and competitive pressures creating new friction from outside your siteWant more tips and strategies about creating frictionless digital experiences? Subscribe to our newsletter! https://www.thefrictionlessexperience.com/frictionless/Download the Five Step Site Speed Target Playbook: http://bluetriangle.com/playbookNaveen Gunti's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveengunti/  Nick Paladino's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/npaladino Chuck Moxley's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckmoxley/Chapters:(00:00) Introduction(02:35) Naveen's role at AE(05:10) Operating in 60+ countries(06:15) International challenges(07:25) Brand perception friction(09:05) Landing the eagle correctly(10:10) Data-driven positioning(12:00) Traffic management strategy(13:25) Lifecycle friction concept(14:30) Product naming pitfalls(16:20) Regional personalization(17:35) Digital-first market entry(19:15) Translation nuances(20:40) Physical-digital connection(23:00) Learning across markets(24:20) Mexico market complexity(25:47) Canadian team differences(26:30) Opposite test results(27:45) Premium brand perception(28:15) Mexico consumer behaviors(29:15) OXXO cash payments(30:30) Mobile leapfrog markets(32:35) Macro friction concept(34:00) One-hour delivery India(36:00) Inspiration sources(37:25) Friction subjectivity(38:45) Product demand eliminating friction(40:25) Table stakes evolution(41:45) Loyalty program friction(42:40) Guest checkout variance(44:25) Biggest misconception(46:55) Developer product bias(48:30) Final recommendations(49:10) Conclusion

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When production becomes easy, discipline becomes rare. The beginner wants a hundred techniques. The master refines a handful until they're impossible to ignore. Restraint isn't weakness — it's the real skill.Technology has made creating things easier than ever.Design tools, AI, templates, and automation now allow almost anyone to build websites, generate UI, write content, and launch products in minutes.But when production becomes easy, something unexpected happens.The hard part is no longer making things.The hard part becomes deciding what should exist at all.In this episode of Warrior Mindset, Gene Crawford and Aaron Griswold explore why judgment, restraint, and communication are quickly becoming the most valuable professional skills in design and creative work.We discuss:• Why modern products suffer from feature overload• The real reason saying “no” is difficult inside organizations• Why “soft skills” may define the next generation of design leaders• How AI is shifting value away from technical execution• Why discipline and restraint may be the most underrated skills in modern workWhen everything becomes possible, the real challenge is choosing wisely.Send a text

Today's episode with Cameron Worboys (Head of Product Design at Cash App) is an inside look at how an AI-native design org operates and the ways designers can thrive in this new world.We go deep into:The new archetypes of designersCam's vision for bespoke softwareThe #1 trait that Cam looks for in design hiresHow >90% of designers at Cash are shipping PRsWhat to do if you don't want to become an IC builderHow to create an emotional attachment to your productHow Cash has replaced the old engineering/product/design triadJulien Martin's episode - https://www.dive.club/deep-dives/julien-martin

Revamp ? Concept innovant ? Outil complexe ? Ces projets font peur et peuvent nécessiter des étapes de dé-risquage pour assurer leur succès. Explorons ensemble des méthodes en interne et en externe pour fluidifier le process.Découvrez la formation UX France sur https://uxfrance.com ou en prenant directement contact à commercial.uxfrance@gmail.com

Yes !! The mic is back on. After over a year away, I Make Sex Toys returns for Season 2 - and we've got a lot to talk about. Industry Challenges, Expansions, New ideas. New Experiences. New plans. And the biggest chapter yet for E-Stim Systems. Same honest, behind-the-scenes look at life inside a British sex toy company. Season 2 starts soon -  hit subscribe so you don't miss it.Drop us a message, we cannot reply directly but it would be great to here from you"I make sex toys" is the personal podcast of Wayne Allen, the Director of E-Stim Systems. Creating E-Stim Technology since 2004, Find out what really happens behind the doors of a specialist sex toy company. Please Note the content of these podcasts are not designed to be Explicit or Erotic but we may discuss adult topics and therefore these podcasts are not suitable for children or those of a nervous disposition. You have been warned.If you are interested in E-Stim Systems the company, or any of our products, have a look at https://estim.store

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4sg3a3k Episode summary: In this episode of Insights Unlocked, Jason Giles sits down with Andrew Hogan, who leads insights at Figma, to explore what the future of design looks like as AI reshapes product development. Drawing from Figma's State of Design 2026 report and recent hiring research, Andrew shares why more people than ever are participating in design—and what that means for craft, quality, and leadership. With 60% of new Figma files created by non-designers, design is becoming shared infrastructure across organizations. Andrew and Jason unpack the tension between speed and confidence in AI-enabled workflows, debating whether craft is about polish, problem solving, or something deeper. They explore why taste and discernment matter more in a world where you can generate 30 design variations in seconds—and how leaders must define what “good” looks like if they want to scale quality. The conversation also dives into hiring trends, the growing demand for senior designers who can navigate complexity, and the importance of strong design systems as more cross-functional teams begin prototyping. Ultimately, the episode reframes AI not as a replacement for designers, but as an accelerator that increases the need for thoughtful validation, customer understanding, and clear decision-making. You'll learn: Why AI makes taste and discernment more important—not less What the State of Design 2026 reveals about craft and hiring trends Why speed is increasing faster than confidence How design systems help scale quality across teams What leaders should define before scaling AI-driven workflows How to avoid false confidence when using AI prototypes Why design is becoming infrastructure inside modern organizations Resources & links: Andrew Hogan on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahhogan/) Figma State of Design 2026 report (https://www.figma.com/reports/state-of-the-designer-2026/) IDC study on the growing design workforce (https://www.figma.com/blog/idc-design-population-study/) Jason Giles on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaygiles/) UserTesting's latest report: Defensible Design in the Age of AI (https://www.usertesting.com/resources/reports/defensible-design-in-the-age-of-ai) Nathan Isaacs on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanisaacs/) Learn more about Insights Unlocked: https://www.usertesting.com/podcast

Today our hosts welcome back Jeremy SH Griffith. He's guested, he's guest-hosted, and now he... well we don't know, he's just a friend making great conversation. He has a few objects to talk about, chief among them the Vhikk X Forge-TME, and opens the conversation with a question about objects more broadly: what is the value of a complex hardware setup to a young producer in an in-the-box world? Listen to Jeremy's album Kimbo: https://jeremyshgriffith.bandcamp.com/album/kimbo Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @_j_s_h_g_, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

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How do you scale refurbishment through existing dealer networks? In this episode, Rolf Keller, Head of Circularity, explains how Vitra built its circular model around buying back, refurbishing, and reselling furniture through its dealers, saving 60 to 90% CO2 compared to new products. Co-hosted by Heiko Tullney, Executive Director at Indeed Innovation, this conversation focuses on: • The role of modular design and why backward compatibility across product generations matters • How Vitra structured dealer access to circular stock, including list pricing, visibility into inventory, and revenue sharing • The criteria behind Vitra's buyback decisions, from product age and condition to logistics and location The episode also covers how replacing seat covers solves stock mismatches in contract orders and how Vitra embeds circularity requirements into new product development. This is the first episode in the series Irresistible Circular Businesses, sponsored by Indeed Innovation, the global design and innovation firm pioneering the circular economy. The series showcases business practices that deliver irresistible commercial and circular results, with examples from different industries across different R-strategies.

An interview with Roger Warren — an experienced aerospace design engineer, prototype specialist, and passionate community builder in the aviation and space sector.Roger brings decades of hands-on engineering experience across aerospace, medical devices, advanced product design, and human-powered flight. From working on the Airbus Zephyr stratospheric UAV program in the UK to leading research prototyping at the Surgical Engineering Lab at the University of Auckland, Roger's career reflects a deep commitment to solving complex engineering challenges through experimentation, systems thinking, and practical innovation .He currently serves as Vice Chair of the Royal Aeronautical Society – New Zealand Division, Auckland Branch, where he is helping re-energize the aerospace community and break down silos across the sector .With a background spanning fluid mechanics, human factors, lightweight structures, extreme environments, and space systems engineering , Roger combines technical depth with a strong belief in collaboration and affordability in aviation.Hosts:  SpaceBase Founder Emeline Paat-DahlstromResourcesAirbus Zephyr High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS)Auckland Bioengineering InstituteUniversity of Auckland Aeronautics ClubNew Zealand Royal Aeronautical Society Auckland BranchSupport the show

Today our hosts discuss experiments in gear: those times where you buy something, experience or learn something new with it, then realize it is no longer for you. They revisit one of Dan's objects of the past, take a lot of calls, and analyze a lot of common thoughts around what drives a gear purchase and, eventually, a gear sale. Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/ Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5u Follow us all on the socials: @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoise Subscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoise Subscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomy Leave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Today our hosts are joined by Scott Harper, aka Knobs. Scott is a quiet figure who's had great influence in the world of effects pedal demos, bringing depth, fun, and true knowledge of the product to his presentations. He's also been creatively involved in bringing to light some modern classics from Chase Bliss, like MOOD and Blooper. Today we talk about the weirdo delay microlooper that marks a turning point in his journey, as well as many of ours: the Montreal Assembly Count to 5. There's also one and a half minutes of fountain pen conversation, and etc.Buy some Chase Bliss: https://www.chasebliss.com/Buy some Old Blood: https://oldbloodnoise.com/Join the conversation in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/PhpA5MbN5uFollow us all on the socials: @knobs.creative, @danfromdsf, @andyothling, @oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to OBNE on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/oldbloodnoiseSubscribe to Andy's Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/powereconomyLeave us a voicemail at 505-633-4647!

Anthony Barresi built a 7-figure pasta straw brand by launching fast, creating viral content and building relationships to drive sales.For more on Pasta Life and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

In this episode, Sarah Doody talks with Jared Tredly, a design recruiter at Shopify, about what really happens behind the scenes when UX and Product Design candidates apply for roles.Jared shares an honest look at how generalist recruiters interpret design briefs, what they scan for in the first few seconds of reviewing a portfolio, and why so many designers accidentally bury the most important information. He also breaks down what senior-level designers must show, why overly long case studies backfire, and how to get visibility for design roles at Shopify through their general “design pool” application.If you've ever wondered what recruiters are actually thinking as they review your portfolio, this episode takes you inside the process.What you'll learn:How recruiters evaluate portfolios when reviewing hundreds per dayWhy clarity, hierarchy, and intuitive navigation matter more than visualsThe difference between junior and senior-level UX signalsWhy “micro” case studies are often more effective than showing your entire processHow Shopify screens applications and why complete applications are criticalHow to get into Shopify's internal design candidate poolLinks from this episode:Learn about working at ShopifyConnect with Jared on LinkedIn

Today's episode is with Hannah Hearth who recently became the Head of Product Design at Vercel. We talk about all of the changes that are happening in our industry and what it all means for designers. Everything from how AI tools are changing the practice of design to how this impact the way we think about our career paths.Some highlights:Hannah's #1 trait for great designersThe most underrated storytelling tacticDoing more with less while not burning outExamples of how AI is changing the design processHow design orgs should think about adopting AI toolsHow much coding is happening on the Vercel design teamPreserving craft and design thinking with collapsed timelinesa lot more

In this episode of Builders Wanted, we're joined by Ann Rich, Senior Director of Design at Adobe. Kailey and Ann dive into the intricate world of product design where empathy drives innovation. They discuss the challenges and strategies in leading design at scale, how Adobe builds trust in the era of generative AI, and the importance of cross-functional collaboration. Ann shares insights on inclusive design, co-innovation with customers, and the evolving role of designers in creating user-centric and technologically advanced solutions.-------------------Key Takeaways:Successful AI-era design requires deep technical understanding alongside creative craft—designers must know the models and technology behind their interfaces to bridge human needs with AI capabilities.Speed and adaptability are essential as market paradigms can shift between conception and launch, requiring experimentation, customer co-innovation, and iterative validation over traditional research cycles.Design leadership gains influence by grounding decisions in data and user needs rather than aesthetic opinion, transforming design into a strategic driver in executive and engineering conversations.-------------------“ [Design] is really changing from a two-way model of communication and interaction to a three-way or more discussion. That's really thinking about it being a human, the interface they're working on, and then all of the things happening behind the scenes. In order for someone to be successful with what you're designing, designers have to start understanding the technology behind it. Because in order to deliver on the use case, you actually have to understand the technology and it will change the interface.” – Ann Rich-------------------Episode Timestamps:‍*(01:50) - Ann's mission at Adobe as a design leader‍*(08:15) - How trust factors into Adobe's design process‍*(16:53) - Ann's approach to inclusive design‍*(25:08) - What design teams should stop doing‍*(31:12) - A recent project that made a measurable difference for users‍*(39:06) - Ann's advice for designers looking to elevate their voice-------------------Links:Read Ann's Article How to Adapt Your Design Practice for the Age of Generative TechnologyConnect with Ann on LinkedInConnect with Kailey on LinkedInLearn more about Caspian Studios-------------------SponsorBuilders Wanted is brought to you by Twilio – the Customer Engagement Platform that helps builders turn real-time data into meaningful customer experiences. More than 320,000 businesses trust Twilio to transform signals into connections—and connections into revenue. Ready to build what's next? Learn more at twilio.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Deniz Soylular, Co-founder and CPO of Mindra, for a forward-looking discussion on the next major evolution in technology: Agentic AI. As a pioneer in AI infrastructure, Deniz is building the multi-agent systems that allow AI to move from simple chatbots to autonomous workers. In this episode, we explore what the agentic ecosystem will look like over the next year, how established companies must adapt to keep pace, and what it takes to lead as a young entrepreneur in the fastest-moving tech landscape in history.

In this episode, Sarah Doody chats with Faith, a Product Designer who successfully transitioned from a layoff to a Product Design role, all while navigating UX career uncertainty. Faith shares how she used Career Strategy Lab's intentional UX job search framework to slow down, get clear on what she wanted, and create a UX portfolio and application strategy that aligned with her career goals.In this episode, Faith shares how Career Strategy Lab helped her prioritize the “why” behind her career choices, overcome imposter syndrome, and set clear boundaries to avoid ending up in the wrong role. From networking on LinkedIn to being picky about where she applied, Faith's story will inspire anyone going through a career transition or navigating a tough job search.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ Why being intentional about your job search makes all the difference✔️ How to avoid the trap of applying to jobs just for the sake of it✔️ How Faith used Career Strategy Lab to design her job search strategy✔️ The importance of knowing your “Compass Statement” to guide decisions✔️ Why Faith turned down a “perfectly good” offer in favor of the right fit✔️ How CSL's support and community made her more confident in interviews✔️ Tips for networking and finding job opportunities that align with your values✔️ Why staying true to your career goals led to better offers and more optionsTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to Sarah Doody and Career Strategy Lab00:38 Episode Overview and Open House Context01:46 Faith's Career Journey and UX Experience03:09 Navigating Job Search Challenges05:05 The Importance of Intentionality in Job Applications07:43 The Role of Career Strategy Lab in Job Search09:21 Finding Job Opportunities and Networking14:38 Impact of Career Strategy Lab on Personal and Professional Growth17:11 Advice for Prospective Career Strategy Lab Members25:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Think a lost patent ends the story? We unpack how Lego turned a single technical invention into a platform for decades of innovation, brand power, and adult creativity. Starting with the 1958 stud-and-tube coupling, we explain what the original brick patent really covered, why its expiry didn't sink the company, and how modern patents protect motion, mechanisms, and programmable systems rather than basic interlocking. From there, we map the rest of the toolkit: trademarks for source identity, design rights for appearance, and copyrights for expressive elements.We also dive into the courtroom rulers that drew bright lines on functionality. Attempts to trademark the brick shape faltered in Canada and the EU because function can't double as a brand signifier, while the minifigure shape prevailed as a 3D trademark. A later EU design-rights win showed that even bricks have protectable visual features when not purely functional. Enforcement cases against Best-Lock and Lepin underline how copyrights and trade dress defend minifigures, packaging, and character designs across markets.Then we switch from courts to culture. Lego's adult strategy blends nostalgia with display-worthy design: Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series, sleek Architecture skylines, and the Botanical collection that doubles as decor. Black-box, 18+ packaging telegraphs “made for you,” and the brand leans into mindful building as a calming, creative ritual. Finally, we explore Lego Serious Play, an open-source methodology that spreads fast through facilitators while the company retains the brand and sells specialized kits. It's a masterclass in sharing the method but owning the name.If you enjoy smart takes on how IP, marketing, and design shape the products you love, hit follow, share this with a friend who builds, and leave a review to tell us which Lego insight surprised you most.Send us a textCheck out "Protection for the Inventive Mind" – available now on Amazon in print and Kindle formats. The views and opinions expressed (by the host and guest(s)) in this podcast are strictly their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the entities with which they may be affiliated. This podcast should in no way be construed as promoting or criticizing any particular government policy, institutional position, private interest or commercial entity. Any content provided is for informational and educational purposes only.

Design for Security from the Start: Making Medical Device Cybersecurity More ResilientMedTech innovation is revolutionizing healthcare but is also introducing new cyberattack vectors that can put manufacturers, hospitals, and patients at risk.In Episode 44 of the MedTech Speed to Data Podcast, Key Tech VP of Business Development Andy Rogers and Senior Computer Engineer Jamie Kendall discuss the FDA's latest cybersecurity guidance.Need to knowSmart, connected devices have greater risks — Medical devices are emerging vectors for bad actors targeting the healthcare industry.FDA's 2025 cybersecurity guidance update — The agency recommends risk-based development frameworks to make device cybersecurity more resilient.Clarifying “cyber devices” — The FDA's guidance applies to any medical device that runs software and could connect to the Internet.The nitty-gritty“Cybersecurity was always baked into our process,” Jaime explains. More specifically, Key Tech has adapted the TIR57 risk-based standard for managing medical device security to the new rules. “[The FDA's] 2023 guidance really laid the groundwork for our latest process. We've tweaked it slightly with the [latest update]. There are more explicit documentation requirements around vulnerability monitoring and more details on the software bill of materials (SBOMs).”Jamie goes on to describe how Key Tech's cybersecurity risk management plan informs product development. The security team starts by developing a threat model based on evaluations of data flows, data storage, and the cybersecurity activities protecting that data. “One of the first things that we always do is a threat model. This is a visual model of the system to show the elements of the device, where data is flowing, and where your trust boundaries are. This is a one-page, digestible visual that everyone can look at, assess, and go ‘yep, that makes sense' and then build your initial architecture and risk assessment based on that.”The security team documents the resulting security architectures using the FDA's recommended views:Global System View: Describes how software integrates with hardware and networks and the associated cybersecurity mitigations.Multi-Patient Harm View: Identifies mitigations for vulnerabilities or failures that could compromise multiple devices and harm multiple patients.Updateability/Patchability View: Summarizes the end-to-end process for distributing software updates and patches, especially if manufacturers do not control the entire path.Security Use Case View: Documents scenarios in which vulnerabilities can compromise the device's safety or effectiveness.“To give a sense of scale,” Jamie says, “this isn't one or two documents. It's a pretty large effort, and it's one of those things that you want to start early in your development process.”Data that made the difference:Throughout his conversation with Andy, Jamie shares some of the lessons Key Tech has learned about designing secure medical devices, including:Design for security from the beginning. Late changes are expensive, especially once in pre-production or after your FDA submission.Avoid cyber rabbit holes. Rather than addressing every possible threat, use data and risk to prioritize the real threats.Don't roll your own cybersecurity. Stick to standard practices, or you risk introducing unknown, novel vulnerabilities.Fully document your SBOMs. Standard libraries introduce layers of dependencies that you must understand. That's the only way to control your exposure to new vulnerabilities.Design devices that are truly safe. Cybersecurity risks are real. Don't treat compliance as a check box.Watch the whole conversation in the video below to learn more about designing for cybersecurity, the importance of third-party penetration testing, and more.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1946: Ryan Hoover uncovers how Philz Coffee masterfully applies subtle psychological tactics, from personalized service to strategic pricing, to drive customer engagement, loyalty, and perceived value. By drawing parallels to tech products, he offers practical insights for anyone looking to improve product design with simple, human-centered strategies. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/@rrhoover/what-philz-coffee-can-teach-us-about-product-design-6f3e56d79f47 Quotes to ponder: "Pricing a premium product is very important, especially when you are providing a premium experience." "A little humanness can go a long way." "Getting a premium experience at a reduced price feels like a bigger bargain." Episode references: Apptentive: https://www.apptentive.com

Casekoo began with a "napkin sketch" born from the frustration of a phone constantly falling over. CEO Ralph explains that the brand maintains this mindset by focusing on "micro-frustrations"—small daily hurdles in tech usage that larger manufacturers ignore. By scaling this problem-solving approach to millions of users, Casekoo ensures every design iteration serves a functional purpose. How does the Casekoo Magic Stand Pro achieve 360-degree versatility? The engineering "Eureka moment" for the Magic Stand Pro was the integration of a 360-degree titanium spin stand. Ralph reveals that using aerospace-grade titanium allowed for a high-strength, versatile stand that retracts flush with the case. This eliminates the "rugged bulk" typically associated with heavy-duty protection, offering a sleek profile without compromising on utility. What is the tactile benefit of the Casekoo Nubuck Texture Frame? The Nubuck Texture Frame is designed to provide a premium, leather-like grip for the "all-day holder." In an audio-first, high-screen-time world, Ralph describes this tactile innovation as a bridge between luxury and ergonomics. The texture reduces hand fatigue and provides a secure, non-slip "skin-feel" that standard plastic or silicone cases cannot replicate. How is Casekoo's 2026 brand strategy changing IP collaborations? Casekoo is pivoting toward "Innovation Enthusiasts" and "Style Pioneers." This new identity shifts their IP (Intellectual Property) collaborations away from generic designs toward exclusive, high-concept partnerships. The goal is to treat the phone case as "tech-jewelry," blending advanced engineering with avant-garde aesthetics for early adopters. Can sustainable phone cases provide 18-foot drop protection? Yes. Ralph confirms that Casekoo's push for ClimatePartner certification and non-toxic materials (SVHC < 0.1%) has not lowered their safety standards. By utilizing advanced plant-based biopolymers, Casekoo has maintained a rigorous 18-foot drop protection rating, proving that eco-friendly sustainability and military-grade durability are no longer mutually exclusive. Web: https://casekoo.com/ ___ Looking for that extra spark to level up your life? Say hello to Ash Brown—your go-to American powerhouse, motivational speaker, and the ultimate hype-woman for your personal and professional growth. Ash isn't just a voice in personal development; she's a trusted friend who brings real-talk wisdom and contagious energy to every conversation. Whether you're stuck in a rut or ready to scale your dreams, Ash is here to fuel your journey with a mix of heart and hustle.

Shane and Marty are joined at the PING Proving Grounds by Ryan Stokke, PING Director of Product Design, to go behind the design of the G440 K driver. They dive into the design and development process, the innovations that contribute to PING's straightest and most forgiving model to date, and why MOI matters for all swing speeds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MANSCAPED, the men's grooming brand that pioneered below-the-belt care, sold out its first product in two weeks and scaled to $300 million in just three years. Founder Paul Tran shares how rapid iteration, customer feedback, and a razor-sharp focus turned a taboo idea into a global brand.For more on MANSCAPED and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

在 AI 與不確定的時代，我們邀請不同階段的設計師，一起談「這條路怎麼走得久」。 本集預告： 1:05 五週年紀念 2:00 第二季概念 4:28 Elon 跟創業家對於未來的六大預測 10:16 工作領域的觀察 12:29 市場對於 Junior 角色的看法 13:35 為什麼會有「設計圍爐」，會有什麼計劃？ -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Steve "Buzz" Pearce is a design leader with 25 years of experience spanning companies like Skype, Microsoft, SkyScanner, TravelPerk, and Monday.com. Since his early days, Steve has chosen to focus on doing great work, learning from amazing people, and being challenged, rather than always seeking promotions. On the last episode of this season we chat about the progression from tools to craft to invention, the accountability ladder framework that changed how he leads, why you need to play the victim less and take ownership more, and his leadership style of leading like a shepherd—guiding people to greener pastures whilst protecting and nurturing the team.Timestamps:02:16 – Steve's career arc07:08 – Proving competence before getting promoted11:16 – The framework: tools, craft, invention, and influence20:44 – Balancing micromanagement with giving space32:16 – Building people up, not crushing them34:50 – Giving permission to be honest and role modelling feedback39:50 – The mental flip: business, team, then yourself40:26 – What to let go of when moving into leadership54:44 – The accountability ladder59:06 – Leading like a shepherd01:00:32 – End of show questionsConnect with SteveLinkedInSelected links from the episodeLeading with Questions, by Michael MarquardtThe Accountability LadderHatch Conference Lisbon 2026

In the fast-evolving world of medical spas and aesthetic clinics, securing funding is a critical step for growth and sustainability. In this episode of the Snowpal podcast, host Krish Palaniappan speaks with Sharmeen Aqeel, founder of Lyyvora, a lending platform tailored for healthcare businesses. Sharmeen shares her journey, the challenges faced by clinic owners, and how her platform is revolutionizing the lending process for medical spas across North America.

In this episode, Sarah chats with Ben Peck, Director of Product Design & Global Strategy at nCino and a longtime community builder in the UX and product world, to demystify how UX hiring really works, from the perspective of someone who's hired again and again.Ben brings over 20 years of experience across agencies, tech, leadership, and community building. As the co-founder of Front Conference and former Executive Director of Product Hive, he's reviewed hundreds of portfolios, partnered closely with recruiters, and built high-performing design teams across industries.Together, Sarah and Ben unpack what actually happens after you click “apply,” how hiring managers scan portfolios, why storytelling matters more than polish, and how community and relationships quietly shape most UX careers.If you've ever wondered what's going on behind the scenes of UX hiring, or how to stand out without burning yourself out, this episode is for you.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✔️ What hiring managers actually look for in UX portfolios✔️ Why your portfolio needs a hook—and what that hook should be✔️ How recruiters and hiring managers split screening responsibilities✔️ The biggest mistakes candidates make when telling case study stories✔️ Why generalists are thriving in today's UX job market✔️ How to make industry or role pivots without starting over✔️ The smartest way to reach out to companies (and who not to DM)✔️ Why community—not cold applications—is the real career accelerant✔️ How hiring managers evaluate experience beyond “years on paper”Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast00:38 Guest Introduction: Ben Peck03:25 Ben Peck's Career Journey05:31 The Value of Being a Generalist10:22 Hiring Insights and Job Market Trends20:59 Portfolio Tips for Job Seekers28:57 The Importance of Storytelling in Portfolios30:42 Balancing Content and Design32:21 Effective Use of Prototypes and Videos40:00 Transitioning to a UX Career43:22 The Role of Community in Career Growth48:37 Advice for Job Seekers49:33 Lightning Round: Fun and Personal Insights53:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

From Brunch to Beverage: The Rise of Grind with Gratitude In this episode of the Whiskey Wisdom Podcast, co-hosts Tyler and Chris are joined by special guest Ty, the dynamic owner of Brunches and the THC beverage company Grind with Gratitude. Ty dives into the inspiring origins and rapid growth of Grind with Gratitude, a company founded to provide a healthy alternative to alcohol with THC-infused drinks. They discuss the recent explosion of the THC beverage segment, detailing the product's development, flavor creation, marketing strategies, and the unique branding that sets them apart. Additionally, Ty shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, from strength coaching and dental sales to real estate and eventually partnering in innovative ventures. They also examine the current challenges in the THC beverage market, including potential bans and regulatory issues, while remaining optimistic about the industry's future. Throughout, Ty emphasizes the importance of hard work, team dynamics, and maintaining the right energy to achieve business success. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:23 Overview of Grind With Gratitude 01:11 The Birth of Grind With Gratitude 01:21 Tasting and Discussing Whiskey 02:53 The Brunches Story 13:22 The Entrepreneurial Journey 19:15 Challenges and Future of THC Beverages 21:58 Product Design and Flavor Development 26:22 Exciting New Flavor Announcement 26:57 The Success of the Black Bottle 28:15 Grind with Gratitude: Giving Back 29:36 From Zero Sales to Millions 30:43 The Importance of Taste and Quality 39:08 Navigating Regulations and Expanding 46:31 Future Plans and Advice for Entrepreneurs 48:25 Where to Find Us and Final Thoughts

Cap Watkins was most recently VP of Product Design at Lattice, and previously he's held design leadership roles at Amazon, Etsy, BuzzFeed, and Primary.com. Cap started his management career as an experiment after experiencing bad management himself, deciding to do the opposite of everything he'd hated from previous managers. On today's show we chat about the basics of great management, why design lost its craft over the past decade, how senior ICs influence without authority, and how to make any project exciting enough to build your reputation.Timestamps:02:16 – Cap's intro06:46 – Management basics: transparency, showing up, and treating people like adults09:24 – Should you try management or stay on the IC track?12:08 – How to avoid being a bad manager when you're starting out19:24 – Building divisive opinions and culture through transparency20:26 – How senior ICs influence without formal authority25:40 – How design lost its craft and became too strategic28:28 – The hiring crisis: from 1 in 10 to 1 in 100 pass rates36:40 – Making boring projects exciting44:14 – End of show questionsConnect with CapLinkedInSelected links from the episodeManaging Humans, by RandsTurn The Ship Around, by Lt. David MarquetThe Making of a Manager, by Julie Zhou

Friend of the pod Casey Hudetz, Senior Manager of Product Design at DocuSign and co-host of A76's season one comes back on the pod to talk with me about the moment an idea grabs you and won't let go. He shares a powerful example from his grandparents that compelled a creative project, including a talk and film. And our conversation explores how ideas often emerge through convergence and the subconscious. If you've ever felt haunted by an idea you couldn't shake, this is the episode for you. I always appreciate my conversations with Casey. They always inspire new branches of thinking and this one's no different. Hope you enjoy.~ NoelA76 and its episodes are created by Noel ChildsSeason 4 on the Human Spark is produced by Noel ChildsSeason 3 on Scale is produced by Noel ChildsSeason 2 on Change was produced by Noel ChildsSeason 1 on AI was produced by Casey Hudetz and Noel ChildsOur theme music was composed and performed by Stella Solveig and mixed and mastered by Abbey Nettleton The outro was read by Trudie and Storey Childs If you like what you hear, please give us a rating.Or become a member of the A76 Patreon at patreon.com/A76designpodHave a question or comment, email noel@A76pod.comAnd follow us on Instagram

Canyon Coffee grew into a seven-figure brand by selling outside traditional coffee channels. This is how a design-first retail strategy shaped a more sustainable business. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

How Scarlett Chase grew 300% by reinventing footwear with expert design, bold focus, and a product that keeps 50% of customers coming back.For more on Scarlett Chase and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Show Notes: 00:00 Introduction and Background about StandX and DUSD (why build together?)02:15 Evolution and Challenges of on-chain DEXs08:15 User Needs under Current Market Dynamics12:32 Product Design and User Experience16:41 Other Perp DEXs21:15 Risk Management and Regulatory Environment for Perp DEXs24:58 Market Competition and Strategic Positioning30:08 User Feedback and Product Iteration34:18 Summary and OutlookX: @StandX_AG / @StandX_OfficialWebsite: https://standx.com/  If you like this episode, you're welcome to tip with Ethereum / Solana / Bitcoin:如果喜欢本作品，欢迎打赏ETH/SOL/BTC：ETH: 0x83Fe9765a57C9bA36700b983Af33FD3c9920Ef20SOL: AaCeeEX5xBH6QchuRaUj3CEHED8vv5bUizxUpMsr1KytBTC: 3ACPRhHVbh3cu8zqtqSPpzNnNULbZwaNqG Important Disclaimer: All opinions expressed by Mable Jiang, or other podcast guests, are solely their opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Mable Jiang may hold positions in some of the projects discussed on this show. 重要声明：Mable Jiang或嘉宾在播客中的观点仅代表他们的个人看法。此播客仅用于提供信息，不作为投资参考。Mable Jiang有时可能会在此节目中讨论的某项目中持有头寸。

Nima Jalali built SALT & STONE out of his apartment into a $100M+ brand, without ever pitching a single retailer. After an ACL injury redirected his path, he created something he desperately wanted but didn't exist, a high quality, clean deodorant, that actually performs. SALT & STONE has now become one of the fastest growing brands in the space to-date by doing things differently. Even right now, every 60 seconds a SALT & STONE deodorant is bought.  In this candid conversation Nima opens up about transitioning from a pro surfboarder into the Founder role, what it takes to build a killer team, and what keeps him going. He reveals the counter-intuitive strategy that got Sephora to come to him, and how he iterated his deodorant formula through 5 generations before calling it perfect. You'll Learn: Why going through 5+ product iterations beats launching "good enough"The digital excellence strategy that makes retailers chase you (not the other way around)How to build legacy brand positioning even as a one-person startupWhy getting a "no" from retailers too early can kill your momentumThe mindset shift from solo athlete to team builderThe key to building a digital identity that inspires & attracts customersCHAPTERS: 00:00 Introducing Nima Jalali, Founder & CEO of SALT & STONE3:00 Transitioning from Pro Snowboarder to Business Owner 4:55 The 5 Generations of Product Perfection6:45 How to Think Like Nike When You're a One-Man Show8:13 What Nima Did to Build a Brand Sephora NEEDS to Have10:09 Steps to Achieve Digital Excellence 12:39 SALT & STONE'S Philosophy on: Ingredient Sourcing, Product Development & Testing 19:06 How to Set Your Business Up to Grow Into a Legacy Brand From Day 1  22:07 The Retail Strategy That Never Fails 28:35 Tackling Global Expansion & Managing Expectations as a Founder   29:55 Single Most Impactful Thing NIma Did in The First 6 Months That Made SALT & STONE Successful  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

HSBC Innovations is the global bank's financing arm for American and European startups, especially in the healthcare and life sciences industries. The bank's semi-annual Venture Healthcare Reports document trends in the investment market.Key Tech's Andy Rogers welcomes the report's author, HSBC Innovation Managing Director Jon Norris in Episode 43 of the MedTech Speed to Data podcast.Need to know·       Four core market segments — HSBC Innovation's Venture Healthcare Reports cover investments and exits in Biopharma, Dx/Tools, Med Device, and Healthtech.·       Sourcing investment data — Norris enriches Pitchbook data with additional structure and analyses, making the report more relevant to these market segments.·       Sourcing exit data — Norris supplements media and industry publications with market research and conversations with industry leaders.·       An investment data tapestry — The reports provide “an honest picture of what's going on in the market” so investors and innovators alike “can make targeted smart decisions.”The nitty-grittyAndy and Norris discuss the investment market's recent history before exploring drivers of today's investment headwinds.“2021 was a record-setting year,” Norris recalls. “Every record that could be set for deals and dollars was set across all the sectors.” Things changed in 2022 as new BioTech IPOs struggled, prompting investment reprioritizations.“VCs had done all these… frothy valuations,” Norris says. “They had to go back and look at their own portfolios and say, does this company have enough capital? How do you want to put money to work?”Investments rebounded in 2024, but not the number of deals. Investors poured money into their existing portfolios to boost their exit chances, resulting in today's nine-figure megadeals.“Basically, they're smooshing two rounds together and extending the investors coming in to support that round,” Norris says.Headwinds stiffened in 2025 as tariffs, a more litigious competitive space, and other factors amplified business uncertainty.Norris attributes this progression to the psychology of venture capital. “When you think about what makes these folks tick,” Norris explains, “they want to continue to raise new venture funds because they get paid management fees. But in order to raise their new venture funds, they have to show their investors that they've actually gotten returns.”That means reaching an acquisition or IPO. “They're very focused on getting to exit right now. That's why they're so focused on their existing portfolio. And because of that, they haven't been doing as many new investments.”New investments still happen, of course, but the criteria have changed. “While the dollars are actually up in some of these sectors, especially Med Device,” Norris says, “you're seeing that being put to work on later-stage deals because they'd rather get a shorter time to exit.”Data that made the difference:Norris' insights from the HSBC Venture Healthcare Report let him advise startups fighting today's investment headwinds.Adopt a megaround mentality. “Series B has been extremely difficult,” Norris says. “[Raising] sub two million, that's one thing. But if you're looking to raise five million, it's almost better to raise twelve.”Find investors outside the mainstream. “Traditional venture investors don't want to write small checks.” Norris sees angel groups, innovation centers, and other small investors funding these early rounds.Explore acquisition exits, but be careful. “On the device side, most of the corporates have been pretty darn active,” Norris says. However, some litigate to block emerging competition, especially in the Dx/Tools sector. Norris' recommends researching potential acquirers before taking meetings.Download the HSBC Venture Healthcare Report for Norris' complete analysis, and watch the video below for insights into the Medical Device and Dx/Tools sectors, AI's role in MedTech, and more.

What if your creativity, your curiosity, and your multidimensional identity aren't distractions…but your superpower?In this episode, Jessica shares her 2025 year-end reflection and the five Big Ideas at the heart of The Ampersand Manifesto. After more than 50 interviews with multipassionate leaders, creators, and innovators, she explores what it really means to live and lead as an Ampersand. Ampersand is more than just a podcast – it's a movement.Whether you're a creative professional, a hybrid leader, a scientist-musician, a founder-artist, or simply someone who refuses to fit into one box, this episode will speak to you.Jessica dives into how…Creativity is essential, not optional, and why it matters in every fieldValue isn't only financial – and how to reconnect with what actually gives meaningEveryone has Ampersand potential Amateurs deserve a rebrand, grounded in the original meaning: “one who loves”The Ampersand life is a future-of-work advantage, especially in a rapidly changing worldResources:Creative Machines: Art, AI & Us by Dr. Maya AckermanThe Portfolio Life by Christina Wallace“Why the future of leadership is multifaceted” Fast Company article by Jessica Wan & Tony MartignettiWe want to hear from you! Which Big Idea resonated most with you?Leave us a voicemail at theampersandmanifesto.com/voicemail or email j@jessicawan.com.If you want a place to explore these ideas with other Ampersands, come join The Cohort, an online community for multipassionate humans. You can find out more at https://www.kristinalibby.com/the-cohort.We'll be back in 2026 for Season 5 with more Ampersand interviews, more insights, and more inspiration!~Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand looking for a sounding board? Jessica helps executives, leaders, and founders like you gain clarity and lead bravely. As your trusted advisor and growth partner, she works with you to make the invisible visible and develop an action plan to fulfill your goals. For nearly two decades, Jessica led marketing teams, launched products, and grew businesses at places like Apple, the San Francisco Opera, Smule, and Magoosh – while also building a performing career as a singer. As an Ampersand in many facets, she knows personally what it's like to hold many roles simultaneously, to sit on the executive team, and to find fulfillment. With a BA in Music and a BS in Product Design from Stanford, coupled with an MBA from UC Berkeley and coach training from the Center for Executive Coaching, her unique mix of analytical & creative allows her to bring both depth and breadth of perspective into the coaching process.As a coach, Jessica works to champion you – the full, multifaceted you – so you can thrive.Visit ⁠jessicawan.com⁠ or BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠CreditsProduced and Hosted by ⁠Jessica Wan⁠Co-produced, edited, sound design, and original music by ⁠Carlos SchmittWant to support this show in a small way? Rate and review it at theampersandmanifesto.com, or buy me a coffee: ⁠coff.ee/jessicawan⁠

What's on your mind? Let CX Passport know...Jon Deragon brings a global lens to AI product design as the Head of Design at FPT, the sponsor for today's episode. Thank you FPT for collaborating with CX Passport.Jon guides a 140+ person design org building everything from mobile apps to automotive interfaces while navigating the rapid shift into AI and multimodal experiences. This conversation gets into what modern design teams truly need to succeed and how respect transforms the design and development partnership.Here are five insights you'll hear in this episode: • How multimodal input changes the entire UX landscape • Why design literacy helps… but “everyone is a designer” does not • The real fix for design and development friction • Why centralizing design creates more meaningful output • How AI learning happens in layers and why that mattersCHAPTERS00:00 Welcome00:16 Jon's global path and design focus01:52 Designing for AI03:38 Multimodal input05:17 Keeping pace with AI11:12 Should everyone be a designer14:44 First Class Lounge21:01 Structuring a large design org24:15 Making design and development collaboration healthy28:03 Respect as a design principle29:04 Where to learn more about Jon and FPTGUEST LINKSFPT: https://fpt.com/ Jon's website: https://jonderagon.com/THREE WAYS TO KEEP EXPLORING CX PASSPORTListen: https://www.cxpassport.com Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@cxpassport Newsletter: https://cxpassport.kit.com/signupI'm Rick Denton and I believe the best meals are served outside and require a passport.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, or other professional regarding your specific situation. The opinions expressed by guests are solely theirs and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of the host(s).

Bending Spoons is the acquisition machine of the tech world. They have acquired the likes of Evernote, Vimeo, Eventbrite, Streamyard and more. However, they never open their gates to the secrets behind Evernote's product machine. Today that changes with Federico Simionato joining 20Product. Fede has been a Product Lead at Bending Spoons for 8 years where he has led product teams at Evernote, WeTransfer and more.   AGENDA: 03:02 From Dentist Games to $11BN Bending Spoons 04:54 Advice for Aspiring Product Managers 05:38 Building a Coveted Brand at Bending Spoons 07:43 Evaluating and Testing New Product Ideas 13:35 How Evernote has Mastered User Retention 25:24 The Impact of AI on Product Design and Prototyping 31:19 How Bending Spoons Does Product Launches and Lessons Learned 33:27 How Every Product Team Should Do Monthly Updates to Users 36:38 Recording and Transparency in Updates 38:06 Lessons from Failed Product Launches 45:14 Structuring Teams and Acquisitions 47:12 Monetization Strategies and Push Notifications 57:21 Quick Fire Round: Insights and Reflections  

While the bike helmet industry screamed "you need this for safety!", Gloria Hwang did the opposite. She made helmets so beautiful that 25% of Thousand customers are wearing helmets for the first time ever. Thousand now offers helmet and bike accessories in 20+ countries with financial backing from REI and the Clif Bar Family Office. Gloria talks all things customer loyalty, business branding, and nailing your product roadmap for maximum impact. She intimately shares how a personal tragedy inspired a mission to save 1,000 lives, and how that number grew to 1,300+ through their lifetime crash replacement guarantee. You'll learn the counterintuitive strategy that made safety cool, and why Thousand wins with culture instead of competing on tech features. You'll learn: Why fear-based marketing fails and what works insteadThe psychology insight that built a $10M+ brand across 20+ countriesHow 25% of customers are first-time helmet wearersTransitioning from maker to manager over 10 yearsTaking back the product roadmap to return to core differentiationWhy solving customer problems beats chasing growth at all costsChapters:00:00 Introducing Gloria Hwang, Founder & CEO of Thousand1:30 How to Change Customer Behaviors 4:11 The Personal Tragedy That Started Thousand & The Design Philosophy That Wins Every Time5:15 Why 25% of Customers Are First-Time Helmet Wearers7:30 Steps to Get Further Differentiated & Beat Out The Competition 9:55 Strategies for Collecting High-Quality Customer Insights 16:00 Expanding to 20+ Countries & Quality Standards19:50 The BEST Advice Gloria Has Ever Gotten 24:30 The Hardest Transition Gloria Went Through & How to Tackle People Problems 29:20 What to Ask for When Pitching Investors (Surprise, it's NOT Money)  32:48 How Motherhood Changed Her Approach to Business Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

At this year's Portland Retro Gaming Expo, VGHF director Frank Cifaldi had the pleasure of hosting a panel celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Nintendo Entertainment System launch. Frank moderated 3 guests who were at Nintendo of America during this time: Gail Tilden, Marketing; Bruce Lowery, Sales; and Lance Barr, Product Design. This event was particularly special as two of these three guests had never before attended a retro convention. The panel discussion includes many visual elements, including many never shown publicly before, and some pre-recorded messages from additional people of note. If you're able, you may instead prefer to watch the video on the PRGE YouTube channel, which we highly encourage: We Launched the NES 40 Years Ago Today - Gail Tilden, Lance Barr, Bruce Lowry - PRGE 2025 Portland. Either way, please enjoy this momentous event in our collective gaming history.You can listen to the Video Game History Hour every other Wednesday on Patreon (one day early at the $5 tier and above), on Spotify, or on our website.Video Game History Foundation:Email: podcast@gamehistory.orgWebsite: gamehistory.orgSupport us on Patreon: /gamehistoryorg

How founder Catherine Lockhart built Shelter Skin through deliberate growth, in-house manufacturing, and radical transparency.For more on Shelter Skin and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Set Active founder, Lindsey Carter has nailed a well-timed, high in demand, product drop. Now the team sells out millions worth of products in the matter of hours. In just seven years, she's built a celebrity-loved athletic wear brand that generates $1 million in under an hour and is on track to hit $30 million in annual revenue this year. Lindsey has yet to take on a dollar from investors and has no plans of slowing down any time soon. Lindsey shares the strategies behind building a brand that Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, and thousands of loyal customers can't get enough of. She candidly opens up about building a community with 8,200+ super fans on Instagram, and leveraging AI tools that save her and her team hours every day. We'll dive into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, from placing risky second orders to keep momentum going, to learning hard lessons about hiring. In this episode you'll learn: The exact strategy behind Set Active's $1M resort drop (and why location matters)How to build real community that drives sales (spoiler: you can't fake it)AI tools that turned 5-hour tasks into 5-minute winsWhy momentum is everything and how to maintain it across dropsSocial media secrets and why you should treat each platform like a different family memberSmart hiring practices and what makes employees buy into founder visionThe power of asking for help when you need it mostHow transparency and vulnerability create customer loyaltyWhat's next for Set Active…Four Seasons collabs, gorpcore, and 90s-inspired collectionsChapters:(Tips: use vague and general language that identifies what the next few minutes will talk about) 00:00 Introducing Lindsey Carter & Set Active2:20 The Lightning Strike Moment: How Lindsey Discovered Her Entrepreneurial Passion5:07 The Investor Advice Every Entrepreneur Needs to Hear 7:00 How to Build Momentum Early In Business (+ How to Keep it Going) 10:21 Core Challenges 7 Years into Set Active & How to Overcome Them14:45 Hitting Rock Bottom In Life/Business–How to Bounce Back from A Down Year 19:47 The $1M Resort Drop Strategy23:26 New Trends Coming Up: Gorpcore, a Four Seasons collab & more25:10 Why You Can't Fake Community & Winning Social Media Strategies 27:09 AI Tools That Set Active Swears By35:29 The Secret to Consistent Wins: How Set Keeps Momentum Going  Guest: Lindsey CarterTitle: Founder & CEO Company: SET ACTIVE Industry: Fashion Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Carl Rivera is the Chief Design Officer at Shopify, where he previously led both Merchant Services and the Shop App as VP of Product. Before joining Shopify through its acquisition of Tictail, Carl was the co-founder and CEO of Tictail, the "Tumblr for e-commerce," where he built one of the most beloved design-forward commerce platforms of its era. AGENDA: 05:05 Biggest Lessons from Selling My Company to Shopify 09:55 Where Does Shopify Suck at Product: Lessons from that? 17:37 What makes Truly Great product Design: The Five Pillars 31:02 The Future of Design in an AI-Driven World 36:00 Do We Skip the Design Phase in AI: Figma's Evolving Role in Design 40:09 Remote Work vs. In-Person Collaboration: Where Remote Loses? 42:43 What Happens to the Vibe Coding Market 47:06 Product Management and Team Dynamics 59:48 Does AI Favour Incumbents or Startups  

Peak Design has raised over $60 million on Kickstarter across multiple campaigns, making them one of the most successful crowdfunding brands in history. Their most recent campaign alone generated $13.5 million. Founder Peter Dering shares the exact strategies, lessons, and controversial decisions behind building a $100M+ business entirely without venture capital.In this episode, Peter reveals:The Kickstarter Strategy: Peak Design uses crowdfunding as a fundamental building block of their brand, not just a sales channel.The "Omnichannel Sandwich" Approach: For their $13.5M campaign, Peak Design launched in retail stores at full price before fulfilling all Kickstarter orders, despite the backlash, they'd do it again.Building Without Investors: Kickstarter's upfront payment model solved cashflow challenges and allowed Peak Design to stay completely investor-free while reaching $100M in revenue.The Origin Story: A four-month motorcycle trip through Southeast Asia sparked the idea for a camera clip. That idea would evolve into an entire ecosystem of gear for photographers and adventurers.Company Culture & Transparency: The stated purpose of Peak Design is for employees to live happy and meaningful lives, and Peter shares all financial figures with his team.The Climate Change Project: Peter co-founded the Change Climate Project, creating the most robust climate certification now used by over 300 companies including REI, with Peak Design spending $350,000 annually on carbon mitigation.Chapters:00:00 Introducing Peter Dering, Founder of Peak Design 3:13 How Peter Pivoted from Construction Engineering to Being His Own Boss 4:00 Where to Find Life & Business Inspiration 5:27 Peter's First Invention: How to Bring a Product to Life 6:55 Breaking Down One of the Most Successful Kickstarter Campaigns Ever 8:28 The Steps for Scaling Sales From $700,000-$100M 10:22 The Best (Timeless) Kickstarter Tips  13:40 How Peak Design Hit Their Best Crowdfunding Campaign To Date: $13M17:00 Peter's POV On VC Dollars  19:10 Company Culture: The Key to Team Building & Being a Successful, Meaningful Leader 24:20 The Impact of Climate Change & The Creation of The Change Climate Project 28:10 Peak Design's Lifetime Warranty & How They Maintain High Customer Lifetime Value 30:00 Immersive Community Tactics That Create Value  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

With all the fragmentation in the media landscape, how can brands cut through the digital noise and create meaningful connections with their customers... without resorting to yet another intrusive pop-up ad?Agility requires not only adapting to changing consumer behaviors but also proactively anticipating them. It demands a willingness to experiment with new channels and tactics, even those that might be considered “traditional"Today, we're going to talk about the surprising resurgence of physical marketing in the digital age and how it can be a powerful tool for building brand loyalty and driving business growth. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Corin Mills, Brand Marketing & E-commerce Director at Moo. About Corin Mills Corin Mills is the Brand Marketing & E-Commerce Director at MOO, specializing in data-driven marketing strategies that revitalize brand experiences and foster meaningful organizational change. With over 15 years of extensive brand management experience driving business transformation across multiple sectors and international markets, his passion for impactful branding drives MOO's success in bridging the gap between quality design and human connection. As former Head of Brand and Comms at Currys, his transformative approach centers on genuine collaboration and inclusive leadership at all levels of business. With previous success at major brands including EE, Tesco, Currys, Google, Orange, and AXA, Corin brings unique cross-industry perspective to discussions about e-commerce strategy and optimization. Corin holds a BSc in Product Design from Brunel University of London.  Corin Mills on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corin-mills-a2678211/ Resources Moo: https://www.moo.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Register now for Sitecore Symposium, November 3-5 in Orlando Florida. Use code SYM25-2Media10 to receive 10% off. Go here for more: https://symposium.sitecore.com/Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company