Svetlana
Vaz Menezes Pereira
Group Product Manager at Pinterest
"Building Tomorrow’s Platforms: How Platform Product Managers Will Shape the Next Era of Technology"
"Building Tomorrow’s Platforms: How Platform Product Managers Will Shape the Next Era of Technology"
Wed May 13 - 12:10 PM EDT/New York (See in local time)
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"Building Tomorrow’s Platforms: How Platform Product Managers Will Shape the Next Era of Technology"
"Building Tomorrow’s Platforms: How Platform Product Managers Will Shape the Next Era of Technology"
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Session: Building Tomorrow’s Platforms: How Platform Product Managers Will Shape the Next Era of Technology
The most powerful tech shifts of the next decade will be platform-driven—from ubiquitous AI integrations and composable architectures to seamless API economies and developer empowerment at scale. But what does it really mean to lead platform product management in this rapidly evolving landscape? In this forward-looking session, we’ll trace the trajectories of today’s leading platforms and spotlight the disruptive forces—from generative AI to edge compute, that are redefining the craft, scope, and impact of platform PMs. This talk dives into real-world examples and emerging frameworks that can future-proof your platform strategy while elevating product velocity and reliability. We’ll examine how top platform teams: Leverage AI and automation to balance customization with stability, Unleash innovation through open APIs and thriving internal & external ecosystems, Instill resilience and security at every layer—even as platforms decentralize and scale globally, Rethink “user” to include every persona: end-users, developers, partners, and even AI agents.We’ll also discussion actionable ways that women and under-represented technologists can harness their unique perspectives to drive breakthrough change in platform PM—and why their leadership is essential for a truly equitable tech future. Walk away with new strategies, surprising case studies, and a fresh vision for the role of platform PM at the very frontier of the industry.
Key Takeaways
- Productizing Platforms: Learn actionable strategies for transforming technical tools and infrastructure into intuitive, reusable platform products that empower teams and accelerate company-wide innovation.
- Cultivating a Product Mindset: Discover how to embed a product-centric approach within platform teams—prioritizing user needs, measuring impact, and driving adoption across diverse stakeholders.
- Scaling with Purpose: Gain practical insights on scaling platform teams and capabilities while preserving reliability, culture, and long-term business value.
- Making Data-Driven Decisions: Understand how to use metrics and data to guide infrastructure investments, tell a compelling story of platform value, and secure executive support.
- Shaping the Future: Leave inspired with bold, practical ideas to multiply your impact as a platform product leader in a rapidly evolving tech landscape
Bio
Svetlana Vaz is the Head of Platform Product Management at Pinterest, where she leads transformative, cross-functional initiatives to deliver platform products that drive innovation, scale, and measurable impact across the company. Renowned for building strong bridges between engineering, product, and operations, Svetlana empowers teams to make data-driven decisions that support Pinterest’s long-term growth and resilience.In addition to her product leadership, Svetlana serves as global co-lead for Pinterest’s Women Community. She is a passionate advocate for inclusive leadership and dedicated to creating opportunities that advance women and underrepresented groups in technology. Svetlana’s vision is to multiply impact both through technology and by cultivating diverse communities of builders who are inspired to shape the future.
