A private meetup for enterprise technology leaders in Austin

While others talk innovation, you're actually building it. You’re navigating stakeholder politics, challenging assumptions, and carrying the weight of decisions that will shape your company's future. Another networking event isn't what you need. Meet your people at this is a small, private event specifically for C-suite or VP-level innovation leadership.

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✔️ Real conversations

These sessions tackle core challenge product leaders face. As much as possible we avoid theoretical discussions here.

✔️ No sales pitches

We have a strict no selling in the room policy. This is a small group of leaders having the conversations you actually came for.

✔️ Finding your people

In a tech hub with thousands of professionals, find a niche group wrestling with the same challenges you are.

Want to join us?

All registrants will be reviewed before the event. Keep your eyes peeled for an official invitation.

This event is Thursday, September 10th
Hosted at Miro Headquarters
* Address provided via email

Why this community exists

In cities overflowing with leadership forums, product leaders remain uniquely underserved. They’re caught between big-picture strategy and hands-on execution, with few peers who truly understand the challenges of building great products. After success with this event series in Kansas City, we decided to travel to RSA in San Diego this March.

More about People of Product

First launched in Kansas City, People of Product is a content hub and event series growing by popular demand. The Crema team is excited to bring a pop up experience to the city of Austin.

“I attend the PoP Leaders Sessions because they keep me connected to the energy, talent, and ideas shaping our local tech landscape. Being in a room with other product leaders who are solving real problems and pushing innovation forward always sharpens my perspective. PoP puts on first-class leadership sessions that feel authentic and create a truly open space.”

Adam White
Director, Solutions Management at Wellsky

KC

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE

Morning events
8:30am start

Evening events
4:30pm start

Standard agenda
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Arrive and settle in
15 minutes

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Welcome, house rules, and leader spotlight

15 minutes

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Small group discussion
1 hour

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Conclusions, announcements, networking
30 minutes

Note:
Appetizers & drinks are served at evening events.
Coffee & light breakfast are provided for morning events.

What to expect

Meetup details

Date:
Thursday, September 10th

Start time:
4:30pm

Note:
Drinks & light bites are provided

The typical schedule

Arrive and settle in
15 minutes

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Welcome, house rules, and leader spotlight

15 minutes

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Small group discussion
1 hour

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Conclusions, announcements, networking
30 minutes

What kinds of roles are represented?

The invite list has been kept intentionally niche to create space for likeminded leaders in the product space to have candid conversation. Some of the roles that are represented at meetups:

Chief Product Officer
VP/Head of Product
Chief Innovation Officer
Chief Technology Officer

Takeaway books to inspire change

Each attendee walks away with a carefully selected book that both frames our discussion and serves as a lasting resource. Our design consultancy team hand-picks titles that have transformed our own thinking about product leadership. Past picks include:

Zero to One
The Lean Product Playbook
Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries
The Illusion of Innovation: Escape "Efficiency" and Unlock Radical Progress
The Making of a Manager