The Data Product Management In Action podcast, brought to you by Soda and executive producer Scott Hirleman, is a platform for data product management practitioners to share insights and experiences.

In Season 01, Episode 003, host Michael Toland (Product Management Coach and Consultant with Pathfinder Product) talks to Panos Lazaridis (Senior Data Product Manager at The Economist). They delve into the importance of understanding organizational and user needs, data maturity and user experience, and the roles within a data product management team.

• About our host Michael Toland: Michael is a Product Management Coach and Consultant with Pathfinder Product, a Test Double Operation. Since 2016, Michael has worked on large-scale system modernizations and migration initiatives at Verizon. Outside his professional career, Michael serves as the Treasurer for the New Leaders Council, mentors with Venture for America, sings with the Columbus Symphony, and writes satire for his blog Dignified Product. He is excited to discuss data product management with the podcast audience. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.
  
  
• About our guest Panos Lazaridis: Panos is an agile and resilient product manager specializing in data products and platforms. He loves talking about data strategy, AI, and sustainability. Panos holds BSc, MSc, MBA, CSPO, and Prince2 qualifications. Connect with Panos on LinkedIn.

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