Hey Product Enthusiasts!
We’re excited to welcome you to the next ProductTank Edinburgh meetup! This time, we’re exploring how teams can be braver, bolder, and better at building quality products together.
Join us for two insightful talks from experienced product leaders, covering how to foster ambition without getting bogged down in poor processes, and how Product and Testing can work in harmony to drive quality. Whether you’re a Product Manager, Designer, Engineer, or just curious about how great products come to life, this event is for you!
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Craig’s Talk: Building brave together… or how not to get stuck in the sludge-works
We all want to be brave in reaching for ambitious goals, but too often, inadequate systems and poor habits block our path, leaving teams disconnected and hesitant. In this talk, Craig will introduce simple methods and shared processes that can help your teams build brave together.
About Craig:
Craig Clarke is Director of Product at FreeAgent, leading on Product Strategy and ensuring the successful delivery of a product that customers love. He also collaborates within the wider NatWest Group to build a market-leading connected banking, accounting, and payments proposition for small business owners, helping them stay in control of their finances as Open Finance evolves.
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Blaise’s Talk: Testing x Product collaboration – unlocking the focus on quality!
We all want to build better products, and that starts with a close partnership with a discipline that’s all about quality. But what does “quality” really mean? How does it differ across perspectives? And how can Product and Quality enthusiasts support each other to make sure great ideas turn into great products? This talk will dive into these questions and explore how a strong collaboration between Testing and Product can enhance the entire product development journey.
About Blaise:
Blaise Wielk is a Lead Quality Engineer at FanDuel, leading a team of talented Quality Engineers and Analysts. He specialises in iGaming player protections and compliance, setting up testing practices and defining test strategies across the domain. When he’s not shaping the future of quality engineering, you might find him exploring the world of fashion or perfecting his bread-making skills!
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Agenda:
• 5:30pm - 6:00pm – Welcome, food & drinks
• 6:00pm - 7:25pm – Talks & Q&A
• 7:25pm - 8:00pm – Drinks & networking
• 8:00pm onwards – Optional drinks at Fountainfox
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Thank you to our sponsor:
FreeAgent – FreeAgent is award-winning accounting software designed to help small businesses and freelancers manage their finances with ease. From invoicing and expense tracking to tax calculations and real-time insights, FreeAgent simplifies financial admin so business owners can focus on what they do best. As part of the NatWest Group, FreeAgent is helping to shape the future of small business banking by offering seamless, integrated solutions that empower entrepreneurs to stay in control of their money.
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Disclaimer:
- Admittance is not permitted once the speakers kick off. Due to security requirements at our sponsor’s office, we can’t provide entry access after 6pm.
- We will take pictures of the event for our LinkedIn page. If you prefer not to be in any photos, please let one of the organisers know.
We can’t wait to see you there!
