Why Product Managers need to attend Events and Conferences
Check out the benefits that PMs get attending events and which ones.
I know when May starts because a lot of Product Management events and conferences are happening in this month. A great way to understand more of a very challenging and dynamic role that requires constant learning and adaptation to keep up with the evolving market and industry trends, is attending Product events.
As simple as this sounds, this allows PMs to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in a specific industry or how the role is changing.
Events can positively impact Product Managers career
Stay updated with the latest trends: Events and conferences provide opportunities for Product Managers to stay updated on industry trends, learn from experts and case studies.
Network with professionals: Whether we like it or not, networking is an essential part of any career, Product Management is no exception. This is a great way to meet industry leaders, peers and even potential clients. It also helps to build relationships, exchange ideas and gain valuable feedback.
Learn from experts: Events and conferences often feature keynote speakers and thought leaders who share their insights and experiences. This can provide valuable learning opportunities for PMs, as they can acquire new skills and knowledge.
Gain inspiration and motivation: By seeing what other companies and individuals are doing, PMs can gain new ideas and perspectives that can help them overcome challenges and develop innovative products.
Enhance professional profile: By participating in industry events, PMs can showcase their expertise and knowledge and establish themselves as thought leaders in a field. This can help them attract new clients and job opportunities and advance in their career.
Essential Product Management events and conferences
Thankfully, there are several Product Management events that take place each year. But the list is huge to include everything in this post. So here are some of the most well-known PM events.
ProductCon
ProductCon is organized by Product School, this conference brings together product leaders and professionals to share their insights and experiences. This huge Product Management event, with more than 100,000 virtual and in person attendees, is one of the most popular around the world. The conference takes place in several cities worldwide and is known for its practical workshops and networking opportunities.
Next Event
May 31, 2023
*If you’re not able to assist in-person like me, you can grab your online ticket for FREE here. I already have mine!
Mind the Product
Mind the Product is a global community of product managers and leaders that organizes annual conferences in London, San Francisco and Hamburg. The conference features talks from renowned product leaders, interactive workshops and networking opportunities.
Next Event
June 14, 2023
They also own ProductTank. It is a monthly meetup that takes place in over 200 cities worldwide, bringing together local product management communities to network and share knowledge. The event is known for its informal and collaborative atmosphere, where attendees can learn from each other's experiences.
Who knows, maybe you can start one in your city!
Industry: The Product Conference
Is an annual event organized by Product Collective, a community of Product Management professionals. The conference brings together product managers, designers and marketers from various industries to share insights, best practices and networking opportunities.
Industry: The Product Conference features keynote speakers, interactive workshops and panel discussions on a wide range of topics related to product management like product strategy, user research and agile development.
Next Event
May 18, 2023
LPC: La Product Conference
La Product Conference is a French and Spanish event that aims to bring together Product Management professionals, entrepreneurs and innovators to share their insights and experiences. The conference focuses on a wide range of topics related to product management such as product design, product strategy, customer research and user experience (UX).
The event includes 12 talks in English and Spanish and the best is that around 500 Product Managers / Owners, Product Designers, CPOs and CEOs can network and share practical advice.
Next Event
May 24, 2023
May 26, 2023
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UXDX
The UXDX Conference is an annual event that brings together professionals in the fields of User Experience (UX) and Developer Experience (DX). The conference provides a platform for UX designers, product managers, developers and other industry experts to share their experiences and ideas, learn about the latest trends and technologies, and network with peers.
This event is known for its practical approach and focus on real-world experiences. The conference emphasizes the importance of putting the user at the center of the product development process and encourages attendees to work collaboratively to create products that meet user needs.
Next Event
May 15-17, 2023
Product-Led Summit
Is an annual event organized by the Product-Led Alliance, a community of product-led organizations and leaders who are focused on building successful, user-focused products. The summit brings together Product Management professionals, executives and founders from around the world to share their experiences and insights on product-led growth.
The Product-Led Summit is known for its focus on practical, actionable advice and its emphasis on sharing real-world experiences. The conference provides attendees with the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and to network with peers in the product management community.
Next Event
Product-Let World offers many in person summits in different locations around the globe. So check out the full calendar here.
Product Day
Is an annual conference organized by the ADPList community, a network of product designers and product managers. The conference features keynote speakers, panel discussions and workshops on topics related to product design and product management such as user research, design thinking and product development.
To be honest, this is my first time in Product Day (it started today and ends tomorrow!), and I have to say that the quality of the content, the dynamic networking sessions and great speakers makes this experience very enriching. I’m very surprised by the whole event, if you have the opportunity to get your ticket for today you can have access to ALL the recordings!
Next Event
May 10-11 (TODAY), 2023
Get to know more about the ADPList community.
Extra Tip: Explore Events on LinkedIn
Who does not have a LinkedIn account these days? Take vantage of it to look for events. There are different webinars that cover a wide range of topics, from soft skills such as leadership and communication to deeper Product Management topics.
To access all of them just search the term “Product” and filter by Events or you can save this link into your bookmarks to have it handy:
https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/events/?keywords=product
An honest opinion
There’s no doubt that sometimes we can’t afford (economically or availability) all of these events in one single year. Yet I believe that attending to some of them is very beneficial not only for PMs, but almost any role related to product. By staying updated with the latest trends, networking with industry leaders and professionals, learning from experts, gaining inspiration and motivation.
It’s a very good addition for Product Managers that want to improve their work and advance their career. Something that I like to do is to plan which product events would add to my knowledge and career. So if you are looking to stay competitive and grow in your field, attending events and conferences should be a top priority for you.
Which product event is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!
Super agree! That has been fundamental to find my own way in this multidisciplinar environment and keep learning about interesting people and trends.
Thank you for the great resources to improve our product management skills. This is the best list of product events!