Rémi Guyot is a pivotal figure in the realm of product and innovation. He's best known for his seminal work, "Discovery Discipline," a book that has significantly influenced the way companies approach product development, emphasizing a methodical yet straightforward process that has been widely adopted for its effectiveness in enhancing product iterations.
Starting his career in the tech industry at PayPal in 2008, Rémi served as the Head of User Experience for the EMEA region. Here, he explored the nuances of digital transactions in diverse markets such as Russia, Turkey, and Dubai, developing a deep understanding of global user needs and the importance of simplicity in design.
His journey took a significant turn in 2015 when he joined BlaBlaCar as the Chief Product Officer. At BlaBlaCar, Rémi was at the forefront of the product and marketing teams, leading the company to become one of the first French unicorns. His tenure at BlaBlaCar was marked by the implementation of the Discovery Discipline method, demonstrating its power in revolutionizing product development cycles.
The Discovery Discipline framework, known as F.O.C.U.S.E.D, was co-created by Rémi and Tristan Charvillat. It addresses the need for a structured methodology in product discovery to keep up with the rapid pace of innovation required in today's competitive landscape. The framework guides teams through a process of exploring problems, testing solutions, and selecting the best options, fostering incremental innovation without compromising on delivery capabilities.
Rémi's dedication to the principle of simplicity extends beyond his professional work. He is also known for his commitment to personal development, regularly engaging in training sessions with a World Champion in archery to sharpen his focus and concentration skills. This practice underlines his belief in the importance of simplicity and focus, not just in product design and development but in all aspects of life.
Through his work, Rémi Guyot has become a respected voice in the design and product communities, inspiring others to embrace simplicity and effectiveness in their product development endeavors. His contributions continue to impact the way digital products are created, making him a true leader in the field of product and design.
Raphael Cohen is the founder and CEO of Moojo.xyz, a decentralized open network that enables brands, communities and consumers to connect and anonymously exchange data, audiences, deals, content and everything they care about.
Prior to this Raphael was a Director or Product Management at Google, leading Product and UX teams for Waze, the popular navigation app with more than 150M monthly active users worldwide.
Born and raised in Paris, Raphael graduated in Electrical Engineering from the Technion (Israel Institute of Technology), specializing in Digital Signal Processing and Information Theory. His professional journey began as an Algorithms Engineer for wireless communications systems, followed by co-founding an algo-trading company, later acquired by a global finance player. Subsequently, he led Product for DesignArt Networks, a key player in the nascent 4G infrastructure market, later acquired by Qualcomm.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Raphael, a husband and father of four, resides in Israel's countryside among vineyards and palm trees.
Maxime Champoux is a seasoned product management expert with a deep focus in the fintech sector, particularly within core banking and regulatory frameworks like PSD2. Currently serving as the Head of Product at Qonto, Maxime leverages his extensive experience to enhance product teams' ability to deliver high-quality results swiftly, adopting a meticulous, step-by-step approach.
He provides strategic guidance to C-level executives, Heads of Product Management, Leads, and product managers, helping them refine their product strategy and practices. A prolific contributor to the product management community, Maxime’s insights on API integration and no-code applications in product management are featured prominently on his Medium.
Since starting in fintech scale-ups in 2012, Maxime has been instrumental in building two core banking systems and significantly scaling product management teams—from zero to seventy professionals. His career includes pivotal roles at iBanFirst, Mailjet, and Qonto, where he has been a staunch advocate for the strategic use of APIs to revolutionize product management and banking services.
Maxime's motto, "quality first, then execution," encapsulates his approach to product development. His efforts have been crucial in powering banking solutions for over 400,000 SMEs across Europe, underscoring his pivotal role in crafting fintech products that cater effectively to the dynamic needs of the modern financial landscape.
CTO with 15 years of startup experience, Roch thrives on tackling complex problems and collaborating with cross-functional teams in dynamic environments.
Roch spent several years at Teads, an ad-tech scale-up specializing in video advertising formats. He then founded Edgebase, a startup acquired by Fabernovel.
Roch was CTO at Proprioo, a PropTech company acquired by Casavo in 2022. His expertise spans across tech team management and cutting-edge web development utilizing the latest technologies, including no-code and automation tools.
More recently, he has been working as a tech consultant on early-stage Fintech projects, and he is now working on a new venture.
Tristan Charvillat stands out as a visionary leader in design and product culture. For 20 years, he focused on delivering great experiences to customers all around the world. Currently serving as the VP of Product Design at Malt, he has been instrumental in shaping the design direction and product strategy for some of the most recognised brands in the market, including BlaBlaCar, INTUIT, and PayPal.
As an accomplished author, his book "Discovery Discipline: The Radical Method to Master Product Discovery," has become a bestseller in the French Tech community, reflecting his deep expertise and innovative approach to product discovery. Tristan's career journey showcases his remarkable ability to lead and inspire design teams, foster a productive product culture, and drive impactful processes with a FOCUSED and pragmatic approach.
Tristan offers key insights for aspiring Design team leaders, covering everything from daily operations to strategic decision-making. He’s also pivotal in transforming Design culture for Product leaders and Executive Committees, guiding them towards strategic clarity and long-term team success.
Freelance product manager based in Paris with 13 years of professional experience in hyper-growth technology companies. Passionate about solving complex problems and working with cross-functional teams in dynamic environments. Currently, he's matching open source projects with web3 ecosystems at Only Dust.
He used to lead product at eFounders, a startup studio known for the creation of three unicorns like Spendesk, Aircall, or Front. His expertise ranges from product management and user-centric UI/UX design to cutting-edge web development using the latest technologies, including no-code and automation tools.
Elisabeth is a seasoned entrepreneur and product expert with a proven track record in the tech industry. She began her entrepreneurial journey in Silicon Valley, where she founded and scaled a successful art and tech startup. Throughout this venture, she secured $1M in funding, built a high-performing team, and collaborated with leading incubators in both France and the U.S., allowing her to develop a deep understanding of startup ecosystems on an international level.
After her time in Silicon Valley, Elisabeth joined Match Group as a product leader, where she oversaw key initiatives, including the development of AI-powered chatbots and the successful launch of a new dating app, which achieved over €150K MRR within a year. Her strategic leadership and product expertise were central to these achievements, demonstrating her ability to drive innovation and growth in competitive markets.
Elisabeth's career reflects her entrepreneurial DNA, marked by a strong focus on innovation and an ability to merge creative vision with practical execution. With over 15 years of experience spanning France, Silicon Valley, and Europe, she now mentors startups, scale-ups, and SMEs, helping them define product strategies, refine roadmaps, and accelerate growth. Her expertise empowers founders and teams to overcome the unique challenges of scaling innovative businesses.
Robin is a part-time Chief Product Officer, having held various positions as Product Director and Product Manager in start-ups and scale-ups, in companies such as 365Talents, Vizzit, Artur'in and Together.do.
He has worked on SaaS and mobile products in e-commerce, marketing, human resources and real estate.Robin's expertise revolves around the following topics:
- recruiting and building a product team from A to Z
- defining product strategy and methodology
- implementing product analytics and performance measurement
- creating links between Business teams (CSM, Sales) and Product
With over 8 years of experience in high-growth startups and tech companies, particularly in the fields of product launching, product strategy and cross-functional team leadership, Philippe is a Product & Strategy expert.
Holding engineering degrees from Centrale Nantes and UCL London, Philippe embarked on his entrepreneurial path by founding Ana Health, an innovative telehealth solution for oncology patients, and getting acquired by the market leader. His journey continued as he honed his capabilities, steering Product Teams at major organizations like Biogen, Pricemoov, and Klub (also Board Member and Executive Committee).
Philippe brings strong expertise in Product Management and Strategy, driving transformations, and synchronizing product roadmaps with corporate goals. He possesses substantial leadership experience, with experience of managing teams ranging from 6 to 20 people, and is equipped to grow and structure Product & Tech teams. Philippe, an enthusiast of cutting-edge technology, has deep insights into Blockchain, Fintech, Healthcare, and Generative AI, constantly seeking knowledge through interactions.
Anthony is the Chief Product Officer of Jinko, a Healthtech startup which help people with cancer. His 8 years of experience building tech products wearing many hats give him a unique perspective on the craft. He has worked as a product manager, product designer, in-house and freelance. In differents industry : hospitality, AI, web3, health, etc. He has built a variety of products: consumer and B2B SaaS and marketplaces, eCommerce and consumer mobile.
Talk to Anthony especially if you need help on:
- Product management in a pre or post-Product-Market-Fit environment
- Empowering a product team
- Product design issues of any kind
- Hiring and coaching designers and product managers.
Laurent is the Chief Product Officer of Koober. His 8 years of experience building tech products wearing many hats give him a unique perspective on the craft.
He has worked as a software engineer, product manager, product designer, and head of design, in-house and freelance.
He has built a variety of products: consumer and B2B SaaS and marketplaces, eCommerce and consumer mobile.
Talk to Laurent especially if you need help on:
- Product management in a pre-Product-Market-Fit environment
- Empowering a product team
- Product design issues of any kind
- Hiring designers and product managers
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