This episode features a deep conversation with conference curators Radhika Dutt and Ricardo Luiz about the art of conference curation, product thinking, and building communities. They share insights on vision-driven events, the importance of reflection, and the future of product conferences.

conference curation, product thinking, community building, vision-driven events, product management, reflection, conference planning, community of practice

Conference curation as a reflection of product vision

The importance of community and genuine conversations

Challenges in curating diverse and impactful lineups

The role of reflection and sharing learnings post-conference

Future of product conferences in a fast-changing world

Radhika Dutt and Ricardo Luiz

Beyond the Build: Rethinking Product Conferences and

Community - The Art of Conference Curation: Insights from Radhika Dutt and Ricardo Luiz

"Conference cliches that waste time"

"A cohesive theme moves the industry"

"LLMs focus on knowns, not unknowns"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Beyond the Build

01:49 The Importance of Learning at Conferences

05:00 Curating a Conference: The Challenges

06:14 The Role of Thoughtful Talks

09:33 Rethinking Product Management

17:04 The Shift in Product Development

20:33 Creating a Cohesive Conference Lineup

24:28 Curatorial Decisions and Challenges

28:48 The Community Aspect of Conferences

31:11 Exploring AI in Product Management

35:47 The Importance of Understanding Before Building

39:00 Innovative Workshop Approaches

39:48 The Human Element in Collaboration

46:11 The Relevance of Conferences in a Fast-Paced World

54:48 Creating Lasting Impact at Productized 2026

Resources

Radical Product Thinking Book by Radhika Dutt - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8V4V4X4

Produtize Conference - https://produtized.com

Impact First Product Teams by Matt LeMay - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09V4V4X4

Radical Product Thinking (book and movement) by Radhika Dutt - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8V4V4X4

Guests

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhika-dutt/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/uxluiz/