Eeke de Milliano, Head of Product at Retool and former product lead at Stripe, shares her expertise on fostering innovation in tech teams. She discusses the importance of a culture of writing and structured brainstorming for cultivating creativity. Eeke dives into tactics for managing product resources and the balance between flexibility and structure in product launches. Her framework prioritizes core products and big bets, leading to the successful launch of multiple products at Retool. Get ready to rethink how your team approaches innovation!

Eeke de Milliano, Head of Global Product at Stripe, shares her vast experience from roles at Retool and Constellate. She discusses the daunting challenges of executive hiring, pinpointing red flags and key qualities to look for in candidates. Eeke emphasizes the importance of aligning a new leader's vision with company values and offers practical advice for successful hiring. She also explores how introspection and understanding one's strengths can streamline the process, alongside valuable lessons learned from transitions between startups and established companies.