Product Leader Summit Speaker Series: Product Consulting
Join us for an insightful, 60-minute session as we explore the world of Product Consulting with seasoned product consultants Vidya Dinamani from Product Rebels and Rajesh Nerlikar from Prodify. Whether you’re considering a career in consulting or you’re a product manager looking to expand your skillset, this event will provide actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and deep insights into how product consultants drive change and create value across industries.
In this session, we’ll cover:
Consulting vs. In-House Roles: Key differences and how to navigate the transition
Landing Your First Clients: Tips and strategies for building a strong client base when starting your consulting journey
Developing Client Relationships: How to build trust and deliver value as a consultant
Effective Product Strategy & Execution: Best practices for driving impact in client organizations
Consulting in Uncertain Times: How to stay relevant and thrive in a rapidly changing market
Vidya and Rajesh will also share personal stories from their consulting journeys, including the challenges and rewards of working with a variety of clients - from fast-growing startups to large enterprises. This is a unique opportunity to learn from two of the best in the business and understand the nuances of consulting in the product space.
Speaker Profiles:
Vidya Dinamani
Founder & Partner, Product Rebels
Vidya is a partner at Product Rebels, a renowned product training and coaching company dedicated to teaching teams practical methods to become more customer-centric and build products that resonate with customers. With over 20 years of experience in product management, including multiple executive roles at prominent companies like Intuit, Vidya brings a wealth of expertise to her role.
Throughout her career, Vidya and her team have coached over 200 teams ranging from early-stage startups to Fortune 50 companies. They take pride in witnessing teams undergo transformation as they grasp better approaches to product development.
In addition to her work at Product Rebels, Vidya is the co-author of “Groundwork: Get Better at Making Better Products” and serves as the co-host of the podcast “Product Rebels.” Her dedication to advancing product management practices and empowering teams is evident in her multifaceted contributions to the industry.
Rajesh Nerlikar
Co-Founder Prodify, VP Product at Optiwatt
Rajesh is the Co-Founder at Prodify. He and his team advise companies of all sizes on how to build impactful, vision-led products that get customers excited. In his experience, the best way to get teams on the same page is with a compelling product vision that’s easy to understand!
Rajesh is an accomplished product leader with extensive experience across various industries, including agriculture, digital health, and financial services. Previously, Rajesh held leadership roles at Regrow, Savonix, and Morningstar, where he led teams to build innovative products, including AI-powered platforms for agricultural sustainability and mobile health applications for brain health. He has a proven track record of managing complex product portfolios, navigating international markets, and adapting to regulatory challenges. Rajesh's approach is centered on delivering customer-centric solutions while maintaining a deep focus on execution and measurable outcomes.
Whether you're looking to break into consulting, expand your consulting practice, or simply enhance your product management skills, this session will give you a deeper understanding of the consulting landscape and how to succeed in it.
Don't miss out - RSVP now to secure your spot for this valuable learning opportunity!