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Looking to transition into a role as a product manager? Curious about how the role of a PM differs depending on where you work? Join us for a talk to learn more about what a product manager does day-to-day and how it can vary industry to industry. 
Timeline:
6:30 - 6:45 pm - Meet & Greet
6:45 - 7:45 pm - Speaker Presentation
7:45 - 8:30 pm - Networking
* refreshments & snacks will be provided
 
Takeaways:
<OL>
<LI>What is your favorite aspect of being a Product Manager?</LI>
<LI>How much technical knowledge is necessary?</LI>
<LI>What is the difference between working at a small vs. big startup?</LI>
<LI>What 3 tasks do you spend the most time doing in %?</LI>
<LI>Where do you draw inspiration for the next feature?</LI>
</OL>
 
Meet the speaker:
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