Fintech Deep Dive: Part 1
Fintech Deep Dive: Part 1
What does it really take to build products in fintech?
From payments and banking infrastructure to investment platforms, fintech product managers navigate unique challenges where innovation meets regulation, security, and customer trust.
Join ProductBC for the next event in our industry panel series, featuring three experienced product professionals sharing their experiences and insights across different areas of fintech.
What We'll Explore:
What makes product management in fintech different from other industries?
How do PMs balance customer needs, business goals, and regulatory requirements?
How is AI changing fintech products and the way PMs work?
What skills are in demand, and what do team cultures and career opportunities look like in fintech?
Whether you're working in fintech, exploring the industry, or simply curious, join us for an evening of insights, discussions, and networking.
Event Details
📅 November 17, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Convergence, Downtown Vancouver
🎟 $15 General Admission | $5 off for ProductBC Members
Event Schedule
5:30 PM | Doors Open & Networking
6:00 PM | Panel Discussion
7:30 PM | Audience Q&A, followed by Networking
8:30 PM | Event Closing
Light refreshments will be provided. Come early to connect with fellow product professionals before the discussion!
Meet Our Panelists
Roger Woo | Staff Product Manager, Float
Roger is a technical product leader with experience in payments, financial infrastructure, and AI-powered platforms. Previously at GitLab, Chime, and Shopify, he has led initiatives spanning payment processing, platform development, and AI-powered products.
Mark Jones | Senior Product Manager, Clarity (formerly Hiive)
Mark brings over 10 years of product experience across fintech, SaaS, and digital platforms. Currently focused on investment products at Clarity, he previously held product leadership roles at Later and QHR Technologies, with expertise in product strategy, customer discovery, and product-led growth.
Melanie Godoy | Product Manager, VoPay
Melanie leads product development across embedded payments, cross-border transactions, and compliance solutions at VoPay. She brings hands-on experience in payment infrastructure and actively explores how AI can accelerate product discovery and delivery.
Moderator: TBA
Don't miss this opportunity to meet and learn directly from experienced product leaders who are actively building fintech products, and connect with Vancouver's product community.
(Photos from the previous series - Healthtech, Edtech)
Special thanks to Convergence for sponsoring our venue!
We're grateful to Convergence, a Vancouver-based technology company, for providing a space where local product professionals can connect, share knowledge, and learn from one another.