David Subar
Keynote Speaker: Founder & CEO of Interna; Product Development Thought Leader & Consultant
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David Subar Biography
A known product and engineering thought leader, David Subar in the managing director at Interna, a company dedicated to helping technology companies build better products faster. Began his career in research and development on AI and machine learning at a military-owned think tank in Washington, DC and has served as Chief Technology Officer and Chief Product Officer of start-up and mid-market companies and since then advised The Walt Disney Company, Lynda.com, on its way to a $1.4B sale to LinkedIn, PlutoTV, now a division of Paramount, Reify Health a B2B clinical trail SaaS unicorn, and many other companies.
By focusing product management and engineering teams on outcomes for customers, Subar and his team at Interna are able to help start-ups and Fortune 500 companies achieve growth and use capital more effectively. His strategic implementation of the lean start-up method has led to major valuation increases for over 30 technology companies. His strategies have become transformational for how technology companies scale while continuing to deliver products that impact the lives of their customers.
Subar's experience spans over 25 years, working with clients that ship products for tens of millions of customers. He has built products with over 600 billion monthly page views, built hardware and the operating system for an augmented reality device, assisted Lynda.com in their $1.5B sale to LinkedIn, founded two companies, sits on the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles CTO Forum, and served as an advisor and executive for three unicorns. His passion for building products reflects in his motto, "Better products, faster."
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David Subar Speaking Topics
The misalignment between Product Management and Engineering teams due to separate and inward-facing measures of effectiveness is a widespread challenge faced by the tech industry. This misalignment can have adverse effects on the company as a whole, such as a lack of coherence among executives and recruiting difficulties.
We will delve into the common evaluation metrics utilized by Product Management and Engineering teams and explore the reasons why they often fail to align their objectives effectively. Subsequently, we will recommend a superior framework that unifies these two teams and aligns them with the broader organizational objectives. By working collaboratively and assessing team effectiveness jointly, we can create a more productive and cohesive work environment.
Given my extensive experience in both Product Management and Engineering, I am confident in my ability to offer valuable insights and perspectives on this matter. I am passionate about fostering collaboration between these two critical teams and believe that our discussion would be advantageous to your audience.
Many product groups find that they are feature factories - they are forced to do what they are told when they are told to do it, and they become slaves to the next requirement. Feature factories are cost centers, every year the executives will ask them to do more with less. Worse, they are not in control of your own destiny. They take orders from sales, from marketing, and from the CEO, and people will never be satisfied with what the product does.
Real product groups fulfill the company strategy. They are Product aligned, and empowered. Because they push the company forward and fulfill strategy, they have a seat at the decision table. They are asked how to grow the company rather than being told what to do.
In this presentation, we are going to talk about how to transform a group from a feature factory to a proper product management group, how to create roadmaps, how to align them to the company strategy, and how to have product management and engineering become as a profit center and a driver of the company.
History’s most notable military commanders, including Helmuth von Moltke, Napoleon, and even the ancient Romans, all shared a common problem: organizing large numbers of people into an effective force. The size of the armies made quick, widespread communication difficult, and constant change and the fog of war made communications to and from a central command with the soldiers inaccurate and ineffective.
Perhaps surprisingly, there are many similarities between the needs of battle and of product development. Like a military commanders, CEOs, CTOs, and Chief Product Officers may lead groups of people that are too large to readily centralize every decision. Executives cannot be expected to understand all the nuances or always be available to make decisions for their teams.
The typical alternative to centralized command and control is to have independent and empowered teams. Without proper coordination, this too will fall short; independent and empowered teams pulling in opposite directions add cost and produce little value.
Commander’s Intent is a way for teams to function independently but remain coordinated. It is a powerful technique to align empowered teams to common goals and foster innovation. It allows an organization to scale to any size with minimum communication overhead.
In this presentation, we discuss the five steps to implementing Commander’s Intent and the advantages of doing so.
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How much does it cost to book David Subar for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for David Subar, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Subar are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Subar, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does David Subar speak about?
David Subar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Art & Design, Engineering, Technology, Manufacturing, Business Leadership, Leadership, Business Growth, Business Consulting and Strategic Leadership.
Where does David Subar travel from?
David Subar generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for David Subar?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Subar for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Subar for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host David Subar or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
David Subar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Art & Design, Engineering and Technology. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Subar for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. David Subar generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Afdhel Aziz, Terry Jones and Elin Hauge. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Subar for an upcoming event.
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David Subar Speaking Topics
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Culture Clash: How to Make Product and Engineering Work Together Effectively
The misalignment between Product Management and Engineering teams due to separate and inward-facing measures of effectiveness is a widespread challenge faced by the tech industry. This misalignment can have adverse effects on the company as a whole, such as a lack of coherence among executives and recruiting difficulties.
We will delve into the common evaluation metrics utilized by Product Management and Engineering teams and explore the reasons why they often fail to align their objectives effectively. Subsequently, we will recommend a superior framework that unifies these two teams and aligns them with the broader organizational objectives. By working collaboratively and assessing team effectiveness jointly, we can create a more productive and cohesive work environment.
Given my extensive experience in both Product Management and Engineering, I am confident in my ability to offer valuable insights and perspectives on this matter. I am passionate about fostering collaboration between these two critical teams and believe that our discussion would be advantageous to your audience.
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Pain to Profit: How to Make Product Management Strategic
Many product groups find that they are feature factories - they are forced to do what they are told when they are told to do it, and they become slaves to the next requirement. Feature factories are cost centers, every year the executives will ask them to do more with less. Worse, they are not in control of your own destiny. They take orders from sales, from marketing, and from the CEO, and people will never be satisfied with what the product does.
Real product groups fulfill the company strategy. They are Product aligned, and empowered. Because they push the company forward and fulfill strategy, they have a seat at the decision table. They are asked how to grow the company rather than being told what to do.
In this presentation, we are going to talk about how to transform a group from a feature factory to a proper product management group, how to create roadmaps, how to align them to the company strategy, and how to have product management and engineering become as a profit center and a driver of the company.
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Commander’s Intent
History’s most notable military commanders, including Helmuth von Moltke, Napoleon, and even the ancient Romans, all shared a common problem: organizing large numbers of people into an effective force. The size of the armies made quick, widespread communication difficult, and constant change and the fog of war made communications to and from a central command with the soldiers inaccurate and ineffective.
Perhaps surprisingly, there are many similarities between the needs of battle and of product development. Like a military commanders, CEOs, CTOs, and Chief Product Officers may lead groups of people that are too large to readily centralize every decision. Executives cannot be expected to understand all the nuances or always be available to make decisions for their teams.
The typical alternative to centralized command and control is to have independent and empowered teams. Without proper coordination, this too will fall short; independent and empowered teams pulling in opposite directions add cost and produce little value.
Commander’s Intent is a way for teams to function independently but remain coordinated. It is a powerful technique to align empowered teams to common goals and foster innovation. It allows an organization to scale to any size with minimum communication overhead.
In this presentation, we discuss the five steps to implementing Commander’s Intent and the advantages of doing so.
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How do I book David Subar to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like David Subar for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for David Subar, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for David Subar or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book David Subar for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for David Subar, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book David Subar are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Subar, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does David Subar speak about?
David Subar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Art & Design, Engineering, Technology, Manufacturing, Business Leadership, Leadership, Business Growth, Business Consulting and Strategic Leadership. -
Where does David Subar travel from?
David Subar generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for David Subar?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Subar for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Subar for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host David Subar or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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