Shalini Dinesh
Senior Product Manager, Walmart US
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Shalini Dinesh is a Senior Product Manager at Walmart, the world’s leading Fortune 1 company, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping product strategy and innovation. With a Master's in Engineering Management from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Shalini combines technical acumen with strong leadership skills. Beyond her professional role, she is a dedicated author, keynote speaker, and mentor. Shalini has shared her expertise at prestigious institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, the University of Washington Foster School of Business, the University of Texas at Dallas, and the Indian Institute of Management, where she has been invited to speak on product management and leadership.
In addition to her speaking engagements, Shalini is a published author with articles featured on platforms like LinkedIn, Mind the Product, DZone, and her blog, Writescafe. She co-authored the book "I AM the Next PM," and is currently working on her second book, "Digital Product Management." Her work has earned her numerous accolades, including Walmart's "Making a Difference Award," the "40 Under 40" recognition by the Dallas Business Journal for her innovative contributions to sustainable product development, and several global leadership awards. Shalini is passionate about mentoring the next generation of product managers,
From Bold Ideas to Real Results: Crafting Achievable Roadmaps
In a competitive landscape where businesses must evolve to meet customer demands, and sustain, the reality is up to 70% of strategic initiatives fail due to poor execution, unrealistic goals, or the inability to make timely strategic decisions (Harvard Business Review, 2020). Companies often embark on ambitious projects without clear, actionable roadmaps, leading to wasted resources, missed opportunities, and stalled growth. The disconnect between innovative ideas and actual results is often rooted in a failure to set clear, achievable objectives and align stakeholders across the organization.
This session will present data-driven insights and practical frameworks for crafting roadmaps that transform bold ideas into real results. To gain valuable outcomes, roadmaps must be designed with a focus on prioritizing high-impact initiatives, aligning them with measurable milestones, and ensuring adaptability to respond to evolving market conditions. This approach bridges the gap between aspiration and execution, ensuring that innovation translates into sustained success.
Drawing on research from McKinsey, which shows that companies that define and communicate clear strategies are 3.5 times more likely to outperform their peers (McKinsey & Company, 2021), we will outline the key steps to ensure strategic alignment, continuous feedback, and measurable outcomes. More details and actionable strategies will be discussed in the session, empowering leaders to move beyond lofty goals and drive meaningful, measurable change.
Key takeaways:
-Alignment with Business Goals: Understand how to ensure that feature development is directly aligned with overarching business objectives and customer needs.
-Resource Optimization: Gain insights into how to allocate resources efficiently, balancing high-impact initiatives with available time, budget, and talent.
-Measurable Outcomes: Learn how to set clear, actionable milestones and OKRs to track progress and measure the success of feature implementation.
Turn Chaos to Cohesion - Proven Methods for Effective Collaboration Across 10+ Global Teams
Unlock the secret to transforming chaos into seamless collaboration in global teams. This session is your definitive guide, crafted for leaders, product managers, and innovators ready to conquer the complexities of cross-functional teamwork across multiple time zones. We provide actionable templates that cover every stage—from product discovery kickoffs to post-launch reviews—ensuring no detail is overlooked.
Product launches often fail, with 70% of these failures attributed to misaligned teams and poor communication. Engineering.com's 2021 Global Product Development Report by Engineering.com reveals that 23% of product failures stem from inadequate team coordination, highlighting the urgent need for a cohesive approach. When managing globally dispersed teams, challenges like scheduling conflicts, uneven workload distribution, and cultural differences can derail even the most promising projects.
In this session, you'll gain insights directly from seasoned professionals who have successfully navigated these challenges across 10+ global teams. Learn the proven strategies that have led to a 40% improvement in time-to-market and a 25% increase in team efficiency.
Join us to discover how to unify your teams and ensure every product launch is a success. This is your opportunity to redefine collaboration and lead your organization to new heights globally. Don’t just adapt to the future—shape it.
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