Samantha
George
Senior Project and Program Manager
Pinterest
Samantha is a Senior Project and Program Manager with a passion for creating things with scalability in mind. With over a decade of experience in operations and strategy, Samantha has been a driving force behind success and operational growth at various organizations. Her approach to work is characterized by passion, empathy, humor, and style, making her dynamic and impactful in the field of strategic innovation. Samantha was instrumental in building one of Pinterest's first Launch Readiness Program, a groundbreaking initiative that streamlined operational processes, enabling Product Operations Managers to seamlessly support all product launches and go-to-market strategies. Her professional journey also includes a tenure at DoorDash and Plastiq where she ensured flawless feature and product launches through the implementation of standardized operational processes. These skills have been instrumental in allowing her to tackle all complex challenges head-on and deliver results that exceed expectations
04 September 2024 14:30 - 15:15
Panel: Collaborating across teams - how product operations can bridge the gap
This panel will explore how product operations teams can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to bridge gaps and drive better outcomes for products and organizations. The panelists will discuss the importance of building relationships and trust with teams such as engineering, design, sales, and customer success, and how to effectively communicate the value of product operations processes and insights. Attendees will learn how to identify areas of collaboration and how to leverage data and insights to drive alignment and better decision-making across teams. With practical examples and real-world insights, this panel will inspire attendees to view collaboration as a key driver of success for product operations and equip them with the tools they need to build effective cross-functional relationships and drive better outcomes.